1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 vs. 2005 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2005 Nissan Quest 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 56 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Quest. (240 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Quest weights approximately 72 kg more than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560.
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, 2005 Nissan Quest, 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 (464 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Quest. (314 Nm). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 | 2005 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 560 | Quest |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5547 cc | 3293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 464 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3160 mm |
