2007 Audi A4 vs. 1967 Mercury Brougham
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Brougham would be higher. At 6,990 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Brougham (340 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Brougham should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4.
Because 1967 Mercury Brougham 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 1967 Mercury Brougham. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4, 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, 1967 Mercury Brougham (627 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 1967 Mercury Brougham | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | A4 | Brougham |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 6990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 627 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3130 mm |
