2008 Audi A6 vs. 1967 Mercury Cougar
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 Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Cougar (217 HP) has 49 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (168 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1967 Mercury Cougar.
Because 1967 Mercury Cougar 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 Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6, 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 Cougar (432 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Cougar 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 Cougar | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | A6 | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 7003 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 432 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |
