1969 Mercury Monterey vs. 2011 Audi S8
To start off, 2011 Audi S8 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1969 Mercury Monterey. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 755 kg more than 2011 Audi S8.
Because 2011 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Mercury Monterey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi S8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Audi S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercury Monterey. (383 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mercury Monterey.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Mercury Monterey | 2011 Audi S8 | |
Make | Mercury | Audi |
Model | Monterey | S8 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5769 cc | 5204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 450 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 383 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2950 mm |