1970 Audi 100 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Audi 100 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz R (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1970 Audi 100. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 1970 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 1260 kg more than 1970 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz R (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Audi 100. (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Audi 100 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 100 | R |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1760 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5156 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3216 mm |
