1974 Mercury Comet vs. 2010 Audi RS6
To start off, 2010 Audi RS6 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 4,991 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi RS6 (572 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 489 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Comet. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi RS6 weights approximately 808 kg more than 1974 Mercury Comet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi RS6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi RS6 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, 2010 Audi RS6 (650 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 444 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mercury Comet. (206 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mercury Comet | 2010 Audi RS6 | |
Make | Mercury | Audi |
Model | Comet | RS6 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3272 cc | 4991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 572 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 650 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 2028 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2850 mm |