1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 vs. 2007 Toyota Quantum
To start off, 2007 Toyota Quantum 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 5,547 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 195 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Quantum. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Quantum weights approximately 167 kg more than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560.
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 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Quantum. (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Quantum. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Quantum has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Quantum will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 | 2007 Toyota Quantum | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | 560 | Quantum |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5547 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 464 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.8 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 28.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3120 mm |
