1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 26 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 84 more horse power than 2012 Audi A5. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A5 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560.
Because 2012 Audi A5 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, 2012 Audi A5 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 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A5. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 | 2012 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Audi |
| Model | 560 | A5 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5547 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2751 mm |
