1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 19 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. (142 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C 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 34 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C.
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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (400 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 560 | C |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5547 cc | 2685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.8 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1619 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2720 mm |
