1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 vs. 2001 Toyota Altezza
To start off, 2001 Toyota Altezza 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, 2001 Toyota Altezza (160 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. (142 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Altezza should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 weights approximately 309 kg more than 2001 Toyota Altezza.
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 (454 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Altezza. (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Altezza.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 | 2001 Toyota Altezza | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | 560 | Altezza |
Year Released | 1986 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5547 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.8 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1619 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2700 mm |