2000 Audi S4 vs. 1966 Mercury Cyclone
To start off, 2000 Audi S4 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mercury Cyclone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mercury Cyclone would be higher. At 6,393 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Cyclone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercury Cyclone (335 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2000 Audi S4. (250 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Cyclone should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi S4 weights approximately 28 kg more than 1966 Mercury Cyclone.
Because 1966 Mercury Cyclone is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Mercury Cyclone. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi S4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1966 Mercury Cyclone (579 Nm) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi S4. (350 Nm). This means 1966 Mercury Cyclone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi S4. 1966 Mercury Cyclone has automatic transmission and 2000 Audi S4 has manual transmission. 2000 Audi S4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1966 Mercury Cyclone will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi S4 | 1966 Mercury Cyclone | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | S4 | Cyclone |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2701 cc | 6393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 579 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2950 mm |
