1987 Ferrari GTO vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560
To start off, 1987 Ferrari GTO is newer by 1 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 25 more horse power than 1987 Ferrari GTO. (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ferrari GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 weights approximately 555 kg more than 1987 Ferrari GTO. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1987 Ferrari GTO (904 Nm) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. (463 Nm). This means 1987 Ferrari GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 has automatic transmission and 1987 Ferrari GTO has manual transmission. 1987 Ferrari GTO will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari GTO | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | GTO | 560 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2855 cc | 5547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 904 Nm | 463 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.9 mm | 94.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1780 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3080 mm |
