1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 vs. 2006 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2006 Smart ForTwo is newer by 20 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 236 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 weights approximately 943 kg more than 2006 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (464 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 | 2006 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Smart |
| Model | 560 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5547 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 464 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.8 mm | 67 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 15.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 1820 mm |
