2009 Audi R8 vs. 1972 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 339 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Comet. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Comet weights approximately 329 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 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 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercury Comet. (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi R8 | 1972 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Audi | Mercury |
Model | R8 | Comet |
Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2782 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1224 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |