2001 Audi A8 vs. 1970 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 2001 Audi A8 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury Marauder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Marauder would be higher. At 6,392 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Marauder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A8 (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Marauder. (171 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Marauder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 15 kg more than 2001 Audi A8.
Because 2001 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Mercury Marauder. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1970 Mercury Marauder (383 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A8. (380 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A8 | 1970 Mercury Marauder | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | A8 | Marauder |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 6392 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 3160 mm |
