1995 Mercedes-Benz E420 vs. 1993 Audi V8
To start off, 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Audi V8 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420 (275 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1993 Audi V8. (247 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420 should accelerate faster than 1993 Audi V8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420 weights approximately 258 kg more than 1993 Audi V8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Audi V8 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, 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Audi V8. (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Audi V8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420 | 1993 Audi V8 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Audi |
| Model | E420 | V8 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2052 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
