2003 Audi A6 vs. 1967 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 2003 Audi A6 is newer by 36 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 6,722 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Montclair (325 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2003 Audi A6. (226 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A6 weights approximately 258 kg more than 1967 Mercury Montclair.
Because 2003 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Mercury Montclair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1967 Mercury Montclair (602 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi A6. (310 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Audi A6 | 1967 Mercury Montclair | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | A6 | Montclair |
Year Released | 2003 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2671 cc | 6722 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 602 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1404 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3130 mm |