2009 Audi R8 vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (137 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1970 Mercury Comet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 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 R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (319 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi R8 | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | R8 | Comet |
Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2800 mm |