1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol 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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 452 kg more than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560.
Because 2005 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol will offer significantly more control. 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 (464 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (372 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 560 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5547 cc | 2988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 464 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.8 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2400 mm |
