1970 Mercury Comet vs. 2006 Audi A6
To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (98 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1970 Mercury Comet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 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, 2006 Audi A6 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mercury Comet | 2006 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Mercury | Audi |
| Model | Comet | A6 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 3123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 13.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2770 mm |
