2002 Audi A4 vs. 1967 Mercury Brougham
To start off, 2002 Audi A4 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Brougham would be higher. At 6,721 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Brougham (325 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2002 Audi A4. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Brougham should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A4 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1967 Mercury Brougham.
Because 1967 Mercury Brougham 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 1967 Mercury Brougham. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi A4, 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, 1967 Mercury Brougham (602 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A4. (310 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Audi A4 | 1967 Mercury Brougham | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | A4 | Brougham |
Year Released | 2002 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 6721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 602 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3130 mm |