2006 Audi A4 vs. 1967 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Montclair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Montclair would be higher. At 6,989 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Montclair (340 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1967 Mercury Montclair.
Because 2006 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Mercury Montclair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 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, 1967 Mercury Montclair (626 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (451 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A4 | 1967 Mercury Montclair | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | A4 | Montclair |
Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 6989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 626 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3130 mm |