1995 Audi A8 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Audi A8 would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (383 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1995 Audi A8. (227 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1995 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 1185 kg more than 1995 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Audi A8. (315 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Audi A8 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A8 | E |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3695 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 383 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2860 mm |
