1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 vs. 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR
To start off, 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR 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 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,064 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 768 more horse power than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 weights approximately 468 kg more than 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR.
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, 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,060 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 596 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. (464 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR 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 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR has manual transmission. 2010 Koenigsegg CCXR 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 Koenigsegg CCXR | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Koenigsegg |
| Model | 560 | CCXR |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5547 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 1064 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 464 Nm | 1060 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 400 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 2.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2660 mm |
