1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 vs. 1984 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Pontiac Firebird 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 163 more horse power than 1984 Pontiac Firebird. (133 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 should accelerate faster than 1984 Pontiac Firebird.
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 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Pontiac Firebird. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 | 1984 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pontiac |
Model | 560 | Firebird |
Year Released | 1986 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5547 cc | 2827 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 464 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.8 mm | 75.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2580 mm |