1969 Audi Variant vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Audi Variant would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E (343 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1969 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1969 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 606 kg more than 1969 Audi Variant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Mercedes-Benz E 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 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E (480 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Audi Variant. (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Audi Variant | 1996 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Variant | E |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 4973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 343 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1676 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 80 L |
