1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 33 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, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 (242 HP) has 45 more horse power than 2013 Audi A3. (197 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2013 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A3. (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2013 Audi A3 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Audi |
Model | 500 | A3 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4972 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 197 HP |
Torque | 401 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4292 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1995 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2578 mm |