2007 Audi A4 vs. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 (265 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (252 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 83 kg more than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 (404 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 has automatic transmission and 2007 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2007 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A4 | 500 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 4973 cc |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 404 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2810 mm |
