2006 Audi A6 vs. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 65 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,399 cc (8 cylinders), 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (335 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500. (180 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 520 kg more than 2006 Audi A6.
Because 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 (440 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A6. (420 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A6 | 500 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1941 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 5399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 111 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 5.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 120 L |
