1971 Audi Variant vs. 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350
To start off, both 1971 Audi Variant and 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 were released in the same year (1971). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,499 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1971 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 should accelerate faster than 1971 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 weights approximately 521 kg more than 1971 Audi Variant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 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 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 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, 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 (286 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Audi Variant. (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Audi Variant | 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Variant | 350 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 3499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2830 mm |
