1968 Audi Super 90 vs. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190

To start off, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Audi Super 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Audi Super 90 would be higher. At 2,461 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 (235 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1968 Audi Super 90. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 1968 Audi Super 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1968 Audi Super 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 (246 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Audi Super 90. (147 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Audi Super 90.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Audi Super 90 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190
Make Audi Mercedes-Benz
Model Super 90 190
Year Released 1968 1990
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1761 cc 2461 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 87 HP 235 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 7200 RPM
Torque 147 Nm 246 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 5000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81.5 mm 97.3 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84.4 mm 82.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.6:1 9.7:1
Top Speed 163 km/hour 250 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 980 kg 1340 kg
Vehicle Length 4390 mm 4550 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2670 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 53 L 70 L


 

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