1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 vs. 2007 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2007 Nissan Armada 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 weights approximately 208 kg more than 2007 Nissan Armada.
Because 2007 Nissan Armada 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, 2007 Nissan Armada 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, 2007 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. (464 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Armada 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 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | 560 | Armada |
Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5547 cc | 5551 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 464 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2010 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3140 mm |