1987 Audi 200 vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1987 Audi 200 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Audi 200 (503 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 345 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300. (158 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 815 kg more than 1987 Audi 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi 200 | 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 200 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2110 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 503 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3160 mm |
