1991 Audi 100 vs. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1991 Audi 100 is newer by 4 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, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 (185 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1991 Audi 100. (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 24 kg more than 1991 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi 100. (250 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 100 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
