1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 vs. 2012 Audi R8
To start off, 2012 Audi R8 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, 2012 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560.
Because 2012 Audi R8 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 R8 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, 2012 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. (464 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 | 2012 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Audi |
| Model | 560 | R8 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5547 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 525 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 464 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1245 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2649 mm |
