1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Golf 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 181 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (115 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 weights approximately 491 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 (464 Nm) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (165 Nm). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
| Model | 560 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5547 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 464 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 1257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2520 mm |
