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


 

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