2009 Audi R8 vs. 1973 Mercury Comet

To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 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 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Comet. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1973 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 1973 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 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Comet. (205 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Comet.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi R8 1973 Mercury Comet
Make Audi Mercury
Model R8 Comet
Year Released 2009 1973
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4163 cc 3271 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 414 HP 83 HP
Engine RPM 7800 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 430 Nm 205 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.5 mm 93.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 79.5 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type AWD Rear
Vehicle Weight 1560 kg 1220 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


 

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