2008 Audi A3 vs. 1967 Mercury Park Lane
To start off, 2008 Audi A3 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Park Lane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Park Lane would be higher. At 6,722 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Park Lane is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Park Lane weights approximately 185 kg more than 2008 Audi A3.
Because 1967 Mercury Park Lane 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 1967 Mercury Park Lane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A3, 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, 1967 Mercury Park Lane (602 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A3. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Park Lane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A3 | 1967 Mercury Park Lane | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | A3 | Park Lane |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 6722 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 325 HP |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 602 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 103 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3130 mm |
