2005 Audi A3 vs. 1967 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2005 Audi A3 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 3,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A3 (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1967 Mercury Comet. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1967 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Comet weights approximately 50 kg more than 2005 Audi A3.
Because 2005 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A3 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, 2005 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mercury Comet. (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A3 | 1967 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | A3 | Comet |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3188 cc | 3279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2950 mm |
