2007 Audi A6 vs. 1970 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Montego. (98 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Montego weights approximately 417 kg more than 2007 Audi A6.
Because 1970 Mercury Montego 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 1970 Mercury Montego. 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, 2007 Audi A6 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 1970 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | A6 | Montego |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 4095 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3010 mm |
