1975 Audi 80 vs. 1966 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 1975 Audi 80 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 2,306 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercedes-Benz SL (149 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1975 Audi 80. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 280 kg more than 1975 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1966 Mercedes-Benz SL (196 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 80. (163 Nm). This means 1966 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 80 | 1966 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 80 | SL |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2306 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
