2000 Audi A8 vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2000 Audi A8 is newer by 34 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 153 kg more than 1966 Mercury Comet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi A8 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, 2000 Audi A8 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, 2000 Audi A8 (431 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mercury Comet. (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Audi A8 | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | A8 | Comet |
Year Released | 2000 | 1966 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 431 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 103 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1662 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2950 mm |