1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 vs. 1976 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 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 262 more horse power than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 should accelerate faster than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 weights approximately 1235 kg more than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 (463 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 | 1976 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Suzuki |
| Model | 560 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 5547 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2040 mm |
