1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 vs. 2009 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2009 Smart ForTwo 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 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (83 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 should accelerate faster than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
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 343 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (121 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Smart ForTwo. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 has automatic transmission and 2009 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2009 Smart ForTwo 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.
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1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 | 2009 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Smart |
Model | 560 | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5547 cc | 1000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 464 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.8 mm | 81.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 2700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 1870 mm |