2008 Audi S6 vs. 1974 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2008 Audi S6 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Montego. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercury Montego weights approximately 44 kg more than 2008 Audi S6.
Because 2008 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 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 (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mercury Montego. (403 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S6 | 1974 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | S6 | Montego |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 6555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1859 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 87 L |
