2005 Audi S4 vs. 1970 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury Marauder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Marauder would be higher. At 6,392 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Marauder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Marauder. (171 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Marauder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 155 kg more than 2005 Audi S4.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Marauder. (383 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Marauder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1970 Mercury Marauder | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | S4 | Marauder |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 6392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3160 mm |
