1988 Honda Legend vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560
To start off, 1988 Honda Legend is newer by 2 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, 1988 Honda Legend (188 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. (142 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 weights approximately 319 kg more than 1988 Honda Legend.
Because 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Legend. (241 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Legend | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Legend | 560 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 5547 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 188 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 94.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1619 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2460 mm |