1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 vs. 2008 BMW 545
To start off, 2008 BMW 545 is newer by 22 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, 2008 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. (295 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 545 weights approximately 195 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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 (463 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 545. (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 545.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 | 2008 BMW 545 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | 560 | 545 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5547 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.8 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2840 mm |