1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 vs. 1990 TVR V8 S
To start off, 1990 TVR V8 S is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 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 56 more horse power than 1990 TVR V8 S. (240 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 should accelerate faster than 1990 TVR V8 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 weights approximately 696 kg more than 1990 TVR V8 S. 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) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 TVR V8 S. (373 Nm). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 TVR V8 S. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 has automatic transmission and 1990 TVR V8 S has manual transmission. 1990 TVR V8 S 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 | 1990 TVR V8 S | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | TVR |
| Model | 560 | V8 S |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5547 cc | 3947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 464 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 1052 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2290 mm |
