2008 Audi Q7 vs. 1971 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2008 Audi Q7 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 5,768 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi Q7 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1971 Mercury Monterey. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi Q7 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1971 Mercury Monterey. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Mercury Monterey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi Q7 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, 1971 Mercury Monterey (383 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi Q7. (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi Q7 | 1971 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | Q7 | Monterey |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3595 cc | 5768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3160 mm |
