1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 vs. 1970 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Suzuki Fronte 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 (295 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1970 Suzuki Fronte. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 should accelerate faster than 1970 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 weights approximately 1340 kg more than 1970 Suzuki Fronte. 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 (463 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Suzuki Fronte. (37 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 | 1970 Suzuki Fronte | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Suzuki |
Model | 560 | Fronte |
Year Released | 1986 | 1970 |
Engine Size | 5547 cc | 354 cc |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 37 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 1970 mm |