1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 vs. 2010 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2010 Honda Odyssey 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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2010 Honda Odyssey. (244 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Odyssey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 327 kg more than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560.
Because 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Honda Odyssey, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Odyssey. (332 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 | 2010 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Honda |
Model | 560 | Odyssey |
Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5547 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 464 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5133 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1958 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1778 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3000 mm |