2004 Audi A6 vs. 1967 Mercury Brougham
To start off, 2004 Audi A6 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Brougham would be higher. At 6,721 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Brougham (325 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2004 Audi A6. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Brougham should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1967 Mercury Brougham.
Because 1967 Mercury Brougham is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Mercury Brougham. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Brougham (602 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A6. (339 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A6 | 1967 Mercury Brougham | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | A6 | Brougham |
Year Released | 2004 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 6721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 602 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3130 mm |