2008 Audi S4 vs. 1966 Mercury Cyclone
To start off, 2008 Audi S4 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mercury Cyclone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mercury Cyclone would be higher. At 6,393 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Cyclone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Cyclone. (335 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercury Cyclone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi S4 weights approximately 123 kg more than 1966 Mercury Cyclone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Mercury Cyclone. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi S4 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, 1966 Mercury Cyclone (579 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi S4. (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Cyclone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S4 | 1966 Mercury Cyclone | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | S4 | Cyclone |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 6393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 579 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2950 mm |
