1980 Audi 80 vs. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, both 1980 Audi 80 and 1980 Mercedes-Benz 600 were released in the same year (1980). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1980 Audi 80. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1790 kg more than 1980 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Mercedes-Benz 600 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 1980 Mercedes-Benz 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi 80, 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, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 80. (104 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Audi 80 | 1980 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 80 | 600 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 6330 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 6250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3910 mm |