1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 17 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 121 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz E. (174 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 50 kg more than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560.
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 (463 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercedes-Benz E. (425 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 | 2003 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 560 | E |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5547 cc | 2604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 425 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.8 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2860 mm |
