1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 vs. 1996 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1996 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 10 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 91 more horse power than 1996 Pontiac Bonneville. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 should accelerate faster than 1996 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 weights approximately 188 kg more than 1996 Pontiac Bonneville. 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, 1996 Pontiac Bonneville, 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 (464 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Pontiac Bonneville. (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 | 1996 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pontiac |
| Model | 560 | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5547 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 464 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.8 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2700 mm |
