1970 Audi Super 90 vs. 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240
To start off, 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Audi Super 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Audi Super 90 would be higher. At 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Audi Super 90 (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240. (63 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Audi Super 90 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240.
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, 1970 Audi Super 90 (149 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240. (137 Nm). This means 1970 Audi Super 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Audi Super 90 | 1975 Mercedes-Benz 240 | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Super 90 | 240 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1759 cc | 2402 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.3 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 138 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2800 mm |
