1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 vs. 1994 Honda Concerto
To start off, 1994 Honda Concerto is newer by 8 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 (295 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1994 Honda Concerto. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 weights approximately 745 kg more than 1994 Honda Concerto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Honda Concerto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Concerto. (119 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 | 1994 Honda Concerto | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Honda |
| Model | 560 | Concerto |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5547 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.8 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2560 mm |
