2006 Audi A8 vs. 1967 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 2006 Audi A8 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 69 more horse power than 2006 Audi A8. (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A8 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1967 Mercury Montclair.
Because 2006 Audi A8 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 A8 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, 2006 Audi A8 (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mercury Montclair. (626 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mercury Montclair.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A8 | 1967 Mercury Montclair | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | A8 | Montclair |
Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3934 cc | 6989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 650 Nm | 626 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3130 mm |