1985 Audi 100 vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, both 1985 Audi 100 and 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 (113 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1985 Audi 100. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1985 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 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 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Audi 100, 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, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 (185 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 100. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 100 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2810 mm |
