1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 vs. 2003 TVR Sagaris
To start off, 2003 TVR Sagaris 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, 2003 TVR Sagaris (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. (142 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Sagaris 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 479 kg more than 2003 TVR Sagaris.
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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 TVR Sagaris. (451 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 TVR Sagaris. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 has automatic transmission and 2003 TVR Sagaris has manual transmission. 2003 TVR Sagaris will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 | 2003 TVR Sagaris | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | TVR |
Model | 560 | Sagaris |
Year Released | 1986 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5547 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 96.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.8 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1619 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2370 mm |