1973 Mercury Montego vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A8 (328 HP) has 232 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Montego. (96 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1973 Mercury Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Mercury Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Audi A8 (441 Nm) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercury Montego | 2013 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Mercury | Audi |
| Model | Montego | A8 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4095 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 328 HP |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.6 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 89.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 5137 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2111 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2992 mm |
