1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 vs. 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado 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 173 more horse power than 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 should accelerate faster than 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 weights approximately 44 kg more than 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado. 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 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 | 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Oldsmobile |
Model | 560 | Toronado |
Year Released | 1986 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5547 cc | 4129 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 464 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 1704 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2910 mm |