2009 Audi A5 vs. 1967 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 3,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1967 Mercury Comet. (119 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1967 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Comet weights approximately 505 kg more than 2009 Audi A5.
Because 2009 Audi A5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 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, 2009 Audi A5 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mercury Comet. (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A5 | 1967 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | A5 | Comet |
Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3197 cc | 3279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2950 mm |