1999 Audi S8 vs. 1969 Mercury Montego
To start off, 1999 Audi S8 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi S8 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1969 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi S8 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1969 Mercury Montego. 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 1969 Mercury Montego. 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 (331 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1999 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Audi S8 | 1969 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | S8 | Montego |
Year Released | 1999 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 4095 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 99.3 mm |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3010 mm |