2007 Audi A6 vs. 1975 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1975 Mercury Comet. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mercury Comet weights approximately 155 kg more than 2007 Audi A6.
Because 1975 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 1975 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, 2007 Audi A6 (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mercury Comet. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 1975 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | A6 | Comet |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 3272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2800 mm |
