2005 Audi S4 vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 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 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mercury Comet. (258 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | S4 | Comet |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 3279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2950 mm |
