1978 Mercury Cougar vs. 2012 Audi S6
To start off, 2012 Audi S6 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi S6 (414 HP) has 281 more horse power than 1978 Mercury Cougar. (133 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mercury Cougar.
Because 2012 Audi S6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi S6 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 S6 (500 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mercury Cougar. (336 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mercury Cougar | 2012 Audi S6 | |
| Make | Mercury | Audi |
| Model | Cougar | S6 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 414 HP |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
