2005 Audi S4 vs. 1969 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1969 Mercury Monterey. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 255 kg more than 2005 Audi S4.
Because 2005 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Mercury Monterey. 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, 2005 Audi S4 (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercury Monterey. (383 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mercury Monterey. 1969 Mercury Monterey has automatic transmission and 2005 Audi S4 has manual transmission. 2005 Audi S4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1969 Mercury Monterey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1969 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | S4 | Monterey |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3160 mm |
