2008 Audi A6 vs. 1970 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury Marauder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Marauder would be higher. At 6,392 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Marauder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercury Marauder (171 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercury Marauder should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 505 kg more than 2008 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Mercury Marauder 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 1970 Mercury Marauder. 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, 1970 Mercury Marauder (383 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A6 | 1970 Mercury Marauder | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | A6 | Marauder |
Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 6392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 383 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3160 mm |