2005 Audi A4 vs. 1967 Mercury Brougham
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 38 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 138 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (187 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Brougham should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1967 Mercury Brougham.
Because 2005 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Mercury Brougham. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 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 Brougham (602 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (240 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A4 | 1967 Mercury Brougham | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | A4 | Brougham |
Year Released | 2005 | 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 | 187 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 602 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3130 mm |