1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg. (222 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 564 kg more than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (501 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. (464 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen Touareg has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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 | 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
| Model | 560 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5547 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 464 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.8 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 2312 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2860 mm |
