1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 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 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2012 BMW X3. (256 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 127 kg more than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560.
Because 2012 BMW X3 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 BMW X3 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 BMW X3 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. (464 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 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 BMW X3 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | 560 | X3 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5547 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 464 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.8 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 1875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1881 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1675 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2810 mm |