1999 Audi S8 vs. 1967 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1999 Audi S8 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 4,170 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi S8 (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1967 Mercury Comet. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1967 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi S8 weights approximately 388 kg more than 1967 Mercury Comet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 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, 1999 Audi S8 (330 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mercury Comet. (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Audi S8 | 1967 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | S8 | Comet |
Year Released | 1999 | 1967 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4170 cc | 3279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1362 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2950 mm |