1991 Audi V8 vs. 1968 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 1991 Audi V8 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercury Marauder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercury Marauder would be higher. At 6,392 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercury Marauder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi V8 (280 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1968 Mercury Marauder. (171 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercury Marauder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 283 kg more than 1991 Audi V8.
Because 1991 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Mercury Marauder. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Audi V8 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, 1991 Audi V8 (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercury Marauder. (383 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1991 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercury Marauder.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi V8 | 1968 Mercury Marauder | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | V8 | Marauder |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 6392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1712 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3160 mm |
