1985 Audi 90 vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280
To start off, 1985 Audi 90 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 would be higher. At 2,744 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1985 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1985 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, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 90. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 90 | 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 90 | 280 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 2744 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2870 mm |
