1999 Audi S8 vs. 1973 Mercury Montego
To start off, 1999 Audi S8 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercury Montego 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 151 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi S8 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1973 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 1973 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 (330 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 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 1973 Mercury Montego. 1999 Audi S8 has automatic transmission and 1973 Mercury Montego has manual transmission. 1973 Mercury Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Audi S8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Audi S8 | 1973 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | S8 | Montego |
Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4170 cc | 4095 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 93.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 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 |