2002 Audi A6 vs. 1972 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2002 Audi A6 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 2,780 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Comet. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A6 weights approximately 585 kg more than 1972 Mercury Comet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi A6 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, 2002 Audi A6 (339 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercury Comet. (178 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A6 | 1972 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | A6 | Comet |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 2780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2800 mm |
