1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 21 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 6,208 cc, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (508 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. (295 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 140 kg more than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (630 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. (463 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 560 | CLS |
Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5547 cc | 6208 cc |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 508 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 102.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.8 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2860 mm |