2003 Audi A4 vs. 1967 Mercury Park Lane
To start off, 2003 Audi A4 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Park Lane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Park Lane would be higher. At 6,990 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Park Lane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A4 (341 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1967 Mercury Park Lane. (340 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1967 Mercury Park Lane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A4 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1967 Mercury Park Lane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Mercury Park Lane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi A4 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, 1967 Mercury Park Lane (626 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi A4. (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Park Lane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Audi A4 | 1967 Mercury Park Lane | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | A4 | Park Lane |
Year Released | 2003 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 6990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 341 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 626 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3130 mm |