1996 Audi S6 vs. 1954 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 1996 Audi S6 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercury Montclair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercury Montclair would be higher. At 4,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1954 Mercury Montclair. (158 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1954 Mercury Montclair.
Because 1996 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Mercury Montclair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Audi S6 (420 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercury Montclair. (323 Nm). This means 1996 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Mercury Montclair.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi S6 | 1954 Mercury Montclair | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | S6 | Montclair |
Year Released | 1996 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4171 cc | 4192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 323 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 78.8 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2980 mm |