2005 Audi A6 vs. 1969 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 36 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 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1969 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercury Montego.
Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Mercury Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Audi A6 (320 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mercury Montego. 2005 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. 2005 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 1969 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Audi | Mercury |
| Model | A6 | Montego |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 4095 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3010 mm |
