1975 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2012 Audi TT
To start off, 2012 Audi TT is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi TT (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1975 Mercedes-Benz E. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1975 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi TT weights approximately 210 kg more than 1975 Mercedes-Benz E. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT 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, 2012 Audi TT (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mercedes-Benz E. (160 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mercedes-Benz E | 2012 Audi TT | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Audi |
| Model | E | TT |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1349 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2469 mm |
