2007 Audi A4 vs. 1968 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercury Montclair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercury Montclair would be higher. At 6,393 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercury Montclair (267 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (201 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercury Montclair weights approximately 118 kg more than 2007 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Mercury Montclair. 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, 1968 Mercury Montclair (546 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1968 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A4 | 1968 Mercury Montclair | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | A4 | Montclair |
Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 6393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 546 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1998 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3130 mm |