1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 vs. 2010 Audi S5
To start off, 2010 Audi S5 is newer by 24 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, 2010 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi S5 weights approximately 2 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.
Because 2010 Audi S5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi S5 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 (464 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi S5. (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi S5. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 has automatic transmission and 2010 Audi S5 has manual transmission. 2010 Audi S5 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 | 2010 Audi S5 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Audi |
| Model | 560 | S5 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5547 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 354 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 464 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2751 mm |
