1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2011 Audi A4
To start off, 2011 Audi A4 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2011 Audi A4. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1040 kg more than 2011 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A4 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, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 (501 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A4. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2011 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Audi |
| Model | 600 | A4 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6330 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2809 mm |
