1968 Audi 100 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Audi 100 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G (377 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1968 Audi 100. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1968 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 1438 kg more than 1968 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz G is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G (530 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Audi 100. (150 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Audi 100 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 100 | G |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1760 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 377 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 2530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4662 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2850 mm |
