2007 Audi RS4 vs. 1967 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 2007 Audi RS4 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Montclair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Montclair would be higher. At 6,393 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi RS4 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1967 Mercury Montclair. (267 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 1967 Mercury Montclair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi RS4 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1967 Mercury Montclair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi RS4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Mercury Montclair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi RS4 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, 1967 Mercury Montclair (546 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi RS4. (431 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi RS4.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi RS4 | 1967 Mercury Montclair | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | RS4 | Montclair |
Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 6393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 431 Nm | 546 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3130 mm |