2005 Audi S4 vs. 1972 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Montego. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Montego weights approximately 215 kg more than 2005 Audi S4.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercury Montego. (374 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1972 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | S4 | Montego |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5752 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 78 L |
