2000 Audi S8 vs. 1969 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2000 Audi S8 is newer by 31 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 5,767 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi S8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1969 Mercury Montego. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Montego weights approximately 105 kg more than 2000 Audi S8.
Because 2000 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, 2000 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, 2000 Audi S8 (583 Nm) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercury Montego. (382 Nm). This means 2000 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Audi S8 | 1969 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | S8 | Montego |
Year Released | 2000 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 5767 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 382 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3010 mm |