2005 Audi S4 vs. 1968 Mercury Montclair
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 Montclair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercury Montclair would be higher. At 6,393 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1968 Mercury Montclair. (267 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercury Montclair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercury Montclair weights approximately 323 kg more than 2005 Audi S4.
Because 2005 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Mercury Montclair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 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, 1968 Mercury Montclair (546 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi S4. (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi S4 | 1968 Mercury Montclair | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | S4 | Montclair |
Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 6393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 339 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 546 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1998 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3130 mm |