2008 Audi A6 vs. 1967 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 3,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1967 Mercury Comet. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1967 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 233 kg more than 1967 Mercury Comet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 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 Comet (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A6 | 1967 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | A6 | Comet |
Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1362 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2950 mm |