1979 Audi 100 vs. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, both 1979 Audi 100 and 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 were released in the same year (1979). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,997 cc (5 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1979 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1979 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1979 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Audi 100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 (172 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Audi 100 | 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 100 | 300 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |