2005 Audi S4 vs. 1968 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1968 Mercury Cougar. (194 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1968 Mercury Cougar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercury Cougar. (297 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1968 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | S4 | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 5769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
