2005 Audi A4 vs. 1967 Mercury Montclair
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 Montclair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Montclair would be higher. At 6,393 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Montclair (267 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (187 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Montclair 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 Montclair.
Because 2005 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Mercury Montclair. 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 Montclair (546 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (240 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Montclair 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 Montclair | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | A4 | Montclair |
Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 6393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 546 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2600 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 | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3130 mm |