1988 Audi 200 vs. 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1988 Audi 200 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,401 cc (8 cylinders), 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500. (177 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 920 kg more than 1988 Audi 200.
Because 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Audi 200, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 (432 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Audi 200. (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Audi 200.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Audi 200 | 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 200 | 500 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1942 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 5401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 432 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 111 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3300 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 120 L |