1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 vs. 1961 Seat 1400
To start off, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Seat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Seat 1400 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 247 more horse power than 1961 Seat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 should accelerate faster than 1961 Seat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 weights approximately 683 kg more than 1961 Seat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 (464 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Seat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Seat 1400. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 has automatic transmission and 1961 Seat 1400 has manual transmission. 1961 Seat 1400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 | 1961 Seat 1400 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Seat |
Model | 560 | 1400 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5547 cc | 1395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 464 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2660 mm |