1996 Audi A6 vs. 1966 Mercury Cyclone
To start off, 1996 Audi A6 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mercury Cyclone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mercury Cyclone would be higher. At 6,393 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Cyclone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercury Cyclone (335 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1996 Audi A6. (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Cyclone should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercury Cyclone weights approximately 132 kg more than 1996 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Mercury Cyclone 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 1966 Mercury Cyclone. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6, 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, 1966 Mercury Cyclone (579 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A6. (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Cyclone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A6. 1966 Mercury Cyclone has automatic transmission and 1996 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 1996 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1966 Mercury Cyclone will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A6 | 1966 Mercury Cyclone | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | A6 | Cyclone |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 6393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 579 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2950 mm |
