1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 26 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A6 (414 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. (185 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A6 weights approximately 365 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.
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, 2013 Audi A6 (549 Nm) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. (260 Nm). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Audi |
| Model | 300 | A6 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4931 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2086 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2916 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.9 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
