2007 Audi A4 vs. 1973 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 3,271 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (201 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Comet. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 660 kg more than 1973 Mercury Comet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Mercury Comet 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 1973 Mercury Comet. 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, 2007 Audi A4 (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Comet. (205 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 1973 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | A4 | Comet |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3271 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
