2006 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560
To start off, 2006 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 20 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 93 more horse power than 2006 Ford Five Hundred. (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Five Hundred. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 1108 kg more than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560.
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, 2006 Ford Five Hundred, 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 (464 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Five Hundred. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Five Hundred.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Five Hundred | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Five Hundred | 560 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 5547 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 464 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1748 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2850 mm |