1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 vs. 2011 Volvo S80
To start off, 2011 Volvo S80 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) has 79 more horse power than 2011 Volvo S80. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo S80 weights approximately 11 kg more than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560.
Because 2011 Volvo S80 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, 2011 Volvo S80 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 2011 Volvo S80. (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 | 2011 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | 560 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5547 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 464 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 1759 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2776 mm |
