2003 Audi RS6 vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2003 Audi RS6 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Because 2003 Audi RS6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi RS6 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, 2003 Audi RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mercury Comet. (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi RS6 | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | RS6 | Comet |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2950 mm |
