2006 Audi RS4 vs. 1967 Mercury Montclair

To start off, 2006 Audi RS4 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 6,393 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi RS4 (420 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1967 Mercury Montclair. (267 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 1967 Mercury Montclair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi RS4 weights approximately 189 kg more than 1967 Mercury Montclair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Audi RS4 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 RS4 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 RS4 (583 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mercury Montclair. (546 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mercury Montclair.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Audi RS4 1967 Mercury Montclair
Make Audi Mercury
Model RS4 Montclair
Year Released 2006 1967
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4163 cc 6393 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 420 HP 267 HP
Engine RPM 8250 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 583 Nm 546 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 2600 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Vehicle Weight 1549 kg 1360 kg
Vehicle Length 360 mm 5560 mm
Vehicle Height 360 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 360 mm 3130 mm


 

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