1996 Audi A3 vs. 1967 Mercury Brougham
To start off, 1996 Audi A3 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Brougham would be higher. At 6,721 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Brougham (325 HP) has 225 more horse power than 1996 Audi A3. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Brougham should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Brougham weights approximately 226 kg more than 1996 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Mercury Brougham is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Mercury Brougham. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi A3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1967 Mercury Brougham (602 Nm) has 466 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A3. (136 Nm). This means 1967 Mercury Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A3 | 1967 Mercury Brougham | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | A3 | Brougham |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 6721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 325 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 602 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3130 mm |
