1986 Audi 90 vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE
To start off, 1986 Audi 90 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE would be higher. At 2,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE (169 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1986 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE weights approximately 410 kg more than 1986 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 SE (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 90. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 90 | 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 90 | SE |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |
