2005 Audi A4 vs. 1968 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercury Marauder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercury Marauder would be higher. At 6,392 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercury Marauder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercury Marauder (171 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (160 HP @ 1950 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercury Marauder should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 565 kg more than 2005 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Mercury Marauder 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 1968 Mercury Marauder. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4, 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, 1968 Mercury Marauder (383 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1968 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 1968 Mercury Marauder | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | A4 | Marauder |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 6392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1950 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3160 mm |
