1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 vs. 2008 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2008 Ferrari F430 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 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari F430 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 223 kg more than 2008 Ferrari F430.
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, 2008 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. (464 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari F430 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 | 2008 Ferrari F430 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ferrari |
Model | 560 | F430 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5547 cc | 4309 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 490 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 464 Nm | 465 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.8 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 315 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 4.1 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 | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2610 mm |