1973 Audi Asso vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Audi Asso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Audi Asso would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (402 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1973 Audi Asso. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (600 Nm) has 437 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Audi Asso. (163 Nm). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Audi Asso.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Audi Asso | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Asso | CLS |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 402 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2875 mm |
