1984 Audi 90 vs. 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1984 Audi 90 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1984 Audi 90. (139 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 126 kg more than 1984 Audi 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 (271 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 90 | 1960 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 90 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
