1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 vs. 2011 Audi A6
To start off, 2011 Audi A6 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A6 (300 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420. (296 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420.
Because 2011 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A6 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, 2011 Audi A6 (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420. (410 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 | 2011 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Audi |
| Model | 420 | A6 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1458 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2842 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |
