1973 Mercedes-Benz 200 vs. 2010 Audi A8
To start off, 2010 Audi A8 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A8 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200. (53 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A8 weights approximately 632 kg more than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Audi A8 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200. (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercedes-Benz 200 | 2010 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Audi |
| Model | 200 | A8 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5192 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3073 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 90 L |
