1969 Audi Variant vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 43 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (429 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 376 more horse power than 1969 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1969 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1025 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 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Audi Variant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (699 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 586 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Audi Variant. (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Audi Variant | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Variant | CL |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 429 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 2095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5095 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2954 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 90 L |
