2006 Audi A6 vs. 1967 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 2006 Audi A6 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 44 more horse power than 2006 Audi A6. (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 455 kg more than 1967 Mercury Montclair.
Because 2006 Audi A6 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 A6 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 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A6. (401 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A6 | 1967 Mercury Montclair | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | A6 | Montclair |
Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 6989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 626 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3130 mm |