1980 Audi Sport vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Sport would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2013 Mercedes-Benz M. (298 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 2013 Mercedes-Benz M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M weights approximately 1130 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Mercedes-Benz M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M (370 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi Sport. (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 2013 Mercedes-Benz M | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sport | M |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4804 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2915 mm |
