1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 vs. 2009 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2009 Mercury Milan is newer by 23 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 (295 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2009 Mercury Milan. (221 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercury Milan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Milan weights approximately 145 kg more than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560.
Because 2009 Mercury Milan 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, 2009 Mercury Milan 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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 (463 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Milan. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 | 2009 Mercury Milan | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
Model | 560 | Milan |
Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5547 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2730 mm |