1968 Mercury Montclair vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercury Montclair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercury Montclair would be higher. At 6,393 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercury Montclair (267 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2012 Audi A5. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A5.
Because 1968 Mercury Montclair is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Mercury Montclair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Mercury Montclair (546 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A5. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1968 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mercury Montclair | 2012 Audi A5 | |
Make | Mercury | Audi |
Model | Montclair | A5 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6393 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 546 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |