1975 Audi 80 vs. 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111
To start off, 1975 Audi 80 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 would be higher. At 4,799 cc, 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 (280 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1975 Audi 80. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 weights approximately 80 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, 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 (293 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 80. (163 Nm). This means 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 80 | 1969 Mercedes-Benz C 111 | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 80 | C 111 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 4799 cc |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 261 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
