2005 Audi RS6 vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2005 Audi RS6 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 6,393 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (267 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi RS6 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1966 Mercury Comet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi RS6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi RS6 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 RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mercury Comet. (546 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi RS6 | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | RS6 | Comet |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4171 cc | 6393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 546 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2950 mm |
