1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 vs. 2013 BMW X1
To start off, 2013 BMW X1 is newer by 27 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 58 more horse power than 2013 BMW X1. (238 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW X1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 weights approximately 58 kg more than 2013 BMW X1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW X1 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, 2013 BMW X1 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 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW X1. (350 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW X1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 | 2013 BMW X1 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | 560 | X1 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5547 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 464 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4484 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2044 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1545 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2760 mm |
