2009 Audi A6 vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (300 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Comet weights approximately 325 kg more than 2009 Audi A6.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 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 A6 (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (176 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | A6 | Comet |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2630 mm |
