1971 Audi Variant vs. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Audi Variant would be higher. At 4,972 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 (237 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1971 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1971 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 441 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 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 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 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. 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, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 (402 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Audi Variant. (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Audi Variant | 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Variant | 500 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 4972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2820 mm |
