2007 Audi A6 vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 4,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (329 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Because 2007 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 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 A6 (420 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mercury Comet. (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A6 | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | A6 | Comet |
Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4162 cc | 3279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 329 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2950 mm |