2007 Audi S4 vs. 1975 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2007 Audi S4 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1975 Mercury Comet. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S4 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1975 Mercury Comet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 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 S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mercury Comet. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S4 | 1975 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | S4 | Comet |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2800 mm |
