2007 Audi S8 vs. 1967 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 2007 Audi S8 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 6,722 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1967 Mercury Montclair. (325 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1967 Mercury Montclair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S8 weights approximately 536 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 S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Mercury Montclair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 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 (602 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi S8. (540 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi S8.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi S8 | 1967 Mercury Montclair | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | S8 | Montclair |
Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 6722 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 602 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1404 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3130 mm |