1971 Mercury Cougar vs. 2011 Audi A6
To start off, 2011 Audi A6 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A6 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1971 Mercury Cougar. (167 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercury Cougar.
Because 2011 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Audi A6 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mercury Cougar. (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mercury Cougar | 2011 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Mercury | Audi |
| Model | Cougar | A6 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5769 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4934 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2833 mm |
