2006 Audi S6 vs. 1967 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2006 Audi S6 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S6 (420 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1967 Mercury Comet. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1967 Mercury Comet.
Because 2006 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi S6 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 S6 (732 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 474 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mercury Comet. (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi S6 | 1967 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | S6 | Comet |
Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 3279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 732 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1880 mm |