1973 Mercury Cougar vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (345 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Cougar. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Cougar.
Because 2012 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 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, 2012 Audi A8 (800 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 437 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Cougar. (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mercury Cougar | 2012 Audi A8 | |
Make | Mercury | Audi |
Model | Cougar | A8 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5769 cc | 4134 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 800 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 5136 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2992 mm |