2007 Audi A4 vs. 1967 Mercury Cougar
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 Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Cougar (217 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (201 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1967 Mercury Cougar.
Because 2007 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 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, 2007 Audi A4 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mercury Cougar. (432 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 1967 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | A4 | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 7003 cc |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 432 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2830 mm |
