1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 vs. 2010 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2010 Subaru Tribeca 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 (295 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Tribeca. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Tribeca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 131 kg more than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560.
Because 2010 Subaru Tribeca 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 Subaru Tribeca 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 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Tribeca. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Tribeca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 | 2010 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
| Model | 560 | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5547 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1911 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4864 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1687 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2748 mm |
