2000 Audi R8 vs. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2000 Audi R8 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 3,595 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi R8 (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300. (231 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 1488 kg more than 2000 Audi R8.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Audi R8 (339 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300. (273 Nm). This means 2000 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi R8 | 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | R8 | 300 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3595 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2810 mm |
