1993 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2011 Audi A7
To start off, 2011 Audi A7 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,956 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (375 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2011 Audi A7. (310 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A7.
Because 2011 Audi A7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A7 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (470 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A7. (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercedes-Benz E | 2011 Audi A7 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Audi |
| Model | E | A7 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5956 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2913 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 75 L |
