1970 Audi Variant vs. 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111

To start off, both 1970 Audi Variant and 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 were released in the same year (1970). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,400 cc, 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 (345 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1970 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 should accelerate faster than 1970 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1970 Audi Variant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 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 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 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, 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Audi Variant. (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Audi Variant.

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