2005 Audi S4 vs. 1973 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Monterey. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 90 kg more than 2005 Audi S4.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Monterey. (383 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Monterey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1973 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | S4 | Monterey |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 5769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88.8 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3160 mm |
