2006 Audi S4 vs. 1955 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 2006 Audi S4 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Mercury Montclair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Mercury Montclair would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1955 Mercury Montclair. (159 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1955 Mercury Montclair.
Because 1955 Mercury Montclair is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Mercury Montclair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Mercury Montclair. (323 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Mercury Montclair.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi S4 | 1955 Mercury Montclair | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | S4 | Montclair |
Year Released | 2006 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2980 mm |