1996 Audi S6 vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1996 Audi S6 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 4,738 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi S6 (322 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (198 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Because 1996 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Mercury Comet. 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 (400 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mercury Comet. (382 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi S6 | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | S6 | Comet |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 4738 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2950 mm |
