1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 1990 Audi V8
To start off, 1990 Audi V8 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,972 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. (242 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Audi V8 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Audi V8 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, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 (401 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi V8. (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi V8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 1990 Audi V8 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Audi |
| Model | 500 | V8 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4972 cc | 3562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 244 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
