1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 vs. 2001 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2001 Honda S-MX is newer by 15 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 167 more horse power than 2001 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 weights approximately 418 kg more than 2001 Honda S-MX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda S-MX will offer significantly more control. 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 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 | 2001 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Honda |
| Model | 560 | S-MX |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5547 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 464 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2510 mm |
