2009 Audi A6 vs. 1969 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 7,033 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (221 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1969 Mercury Montego. (209 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Montego weights approximately 1080 kg more than 2009 Audi A6.
Because 1969 Mercury Montego is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Mercury Montego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1969 Mercury Montego (452 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6. 2009 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 1969 Mercury Montego has manual transmission. 1969 Mercury Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 1969 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | A6 | Montego |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 7033 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3010 mm |
