1984 Audi Coupe vs. 1984 Daimler 4.2
To start off, both 1984 Audi Coupe and 1984 Daimler 4.2 were released in the same year (1984). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Daimler 4.2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Daimler 4.2 (205 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1984 Audi Coupe. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Daimler 4.2 should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Daimler 4.2 weights approximately 800 kg more than 1984 Audi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Daimler 4.2 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Daimler 4.2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Audi Coupe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Daimler 4.2 (314 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi Coupe. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Daimler 4.2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi Coupe | 1984 Daimler 4.2 | |
| Make | Audi | Daimler |
| Model | Coupe | 4.2 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 4235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2870 mm |
