2008 Audi S4 vs. 1969 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 2008 Audi S4 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercury Marauder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercury Marauder would be higher. At 6,392 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Marauder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S4 (341 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1969 Mercury Marauder. (172 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercury Marauder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 835 kg more than 2008 Audi S4.
Because 2008 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Mercury Marauder. 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, 2008 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercury Marauder. (383 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mercury Marauder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S4 | 1969 Mercury Marauder | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | S4 | Marauder |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 6392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 341 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 85 L |
