1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2012 Audi A4
To start off, 2012 Audi A4 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 (231 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2012 Audi A4. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A4 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Because 2012 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 (405 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A4. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2012 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Audi |
| Model | 500 | A4 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4973 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 405 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2809 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |
