1967 Audi Variant vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Audi Variant would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (188 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1967 Audi Variant. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1967 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 1690 kg more than 1967 Audi Variant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Audi Variant, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Audi Variant. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Audi Variant | 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Variant | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 2760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 6939 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2024 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2814 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 4326 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 100 L |
