1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2011 Audi A5
To start off, 2011 Audi A5 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 (248 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2011 Audi A5. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A5.
Because 2011 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A5 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, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A5. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2011 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Audi |
| Model | 600 | A5 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6330 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 67 L |
