1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2012 Audi A6
To start off, 2012 Audi A6 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A6 (211 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. (185 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A6 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Audi A6 (349 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2012 Audi A6 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Audi |
Model | 300 | A6 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4915 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2911 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.9 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |