2001 Mazda Roadster vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560
To start off, 2001 Mazda Roadster is newer by 15 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 99 more horse power than 2001 Mazda Roadster. (197 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 weights approximately 683 kg more than 2001 Mazda Roadster. 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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 (464 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda Roadster. (196 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda Roadster. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 has automatic transmission and 2001 Mazda Roadster has manual transmission. 2001 Mazda Roadster 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:
| 2001 Mazda Roadster | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Roadster | 560 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 5547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 464 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2850 mm |
