2008 Audi S6 vs. 1972 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2008 Audi S6 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S6 (429 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Montego. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Montego weights approximately 75 kg more than 2008 Audi S6.
Because 2008 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Mercury Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi S6 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 S6 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercury Montego. (374 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S6 | 1972 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | S6 | Montego |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5202 cc | 5752 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 429 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 78 L |
