1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 vs. 2012 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC60 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 Volvo XC60 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. (142 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 297 kg more than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Volvo XC60 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 Volvo XC60 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 (454 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volvo XC60. (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volvo XC60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 | 2012 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | 560 | XC60 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5547 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1619 kg | 1916 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2748 mm |
