1973 Audi Asso vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 1973 Audi Asso is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 would be higher. At 2,306 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1973 Audi Asso. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 1973 Audi Asso.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (179 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Audi Asso. (163 Nm). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Audi Asso.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Audi Asso | 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Asso | W 111 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2306 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2760 mm |
