1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 20 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (372 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420. (296 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420.
Because 2012 Audi A8 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, 2012 Audi A8 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 A8 (444 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420. (410 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 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 | 2012 Audi A8 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Audi |
Model | 420 | A8 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 372 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 444 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5268 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3122 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 90 L |