1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 vs. 2004 Honda Legend
To start off, 2004 Honda Legend is newer by 18 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, 2004 Honda Legend (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. (295 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Legend 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 16 kg more than 2004 Honda Legend.
Because 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Legend, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Legend. (303 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 | 2004 Honda Legend | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Honda |
Model | 560 | Legend |
Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5547 cc | 3474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 303 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.8 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1764 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2920 mm |