2002 Audi R8 vs. 1967 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 2002 Audi R8 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Montclair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Montclair would be higher. At 6,393 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi R8 (610 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 343 more horse power than 1967 Mercury Montclair. (267 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1967 Mercury Montclair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Montclair weights approximately 1358 kg more than 2002 Audi R8.
Because 2002 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Mercury Montclair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi R8 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 R8 (698 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mercury Montclair. (546 Nm). This means 2002 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mercury Montclair.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Audi R8 | 1967 Mercury Montclair | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | R8 | Montclair |
Year Released | 2002 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 6393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 610 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 698 Nm | 546 Nm |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3130 mm |