1994 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2010 Audi A8
To start off, 2010 Audi A8 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A8 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1994 Mercedes-Benz C. (277 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1994 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A8 weights approximately 475 kg more than 1994 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Audi A8 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mercedes-Benz C. (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mercedes-Benz C | 2010 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Audi |
| Model | C | A8 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3606 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5192 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3073 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 90 L |
