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 6,393 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercury Comet (267 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercury Comet weights approximately 233 kg more than 2007 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 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 1966 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6, 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, 1966 Mercury Comet (546 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A6 | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | A6 | Comet |
Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3123 cc | 6393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 546 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2950 mm |