1973 Audi Asso vs. 1972 Mercedes-Benz 230.4
To start off, 1973 Audi Asso is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercedes-Benz 230.4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercedes-Benz 230.4 would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Mercedes-Benz 230.4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 230.4 (108 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1973 Audi Asso. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 230.4 should accelerate faster than 1973 Audi Asso.
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, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 230.4 (187 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Audi Asso. (163 Nm). This means 1972 Mercedes-Benz 230.4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Audi Asso.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Audi Asso | 1972 Mercedes-Benz 230.4 | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Asso | 230.4 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2760 mm |
