2005 Audi A3 vs. 1969 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2005 Audi A3 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 7,033 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A3 (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1969 Mercury Montego. (209 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Montego weights approximately 365 kg more than 2005 Audi A3.
Because 2005 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Mercury Montego. 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, 1969 Mercury Montego (452 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A3 | 1969 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | A3 | Montego |
Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3188 cc | 7033 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3010 mm |