1973 Honda Civic vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560
To start off, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Civic would be higher. At 5,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1973 Honda Civic. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 weights approximately 1003 kg more than 1973 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 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 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Honda Civic, 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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 (464 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Civic. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Honda Civic | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Civic | 560 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 5547 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 464 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 1748 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2850 mm |