1999 Audi A4 vs. 1967 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 1999 Audi A4 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Montclair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Montclair would be higher. At 6,989 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Montclair (340 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1999 Audi A4. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi A4 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1967 Mercury Montclair.
Because 1999 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Mercury Montclair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 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, 1967 Mercury Montclair (626 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 458 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi A4. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Audi A4 | 1967 Mercury Montclair | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | A4 | Montclair |
Year Released | 1999 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 6989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 626 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3130 mm |