1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 vs. 2011 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2011 Honda Pilot is newer by 25 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 46 more horse power than 2011 Honda Pilot. (250 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Pilot weights approximately 229 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, 2011 Honda Pilot, 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 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Pilot. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 | 2011 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Honda |
Model | 560 | Pilot |
Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5547 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 464 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 1977 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4849 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1847 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2774 mm |