2006 Infiniti QX4 vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560
To start off, 2006 Infiniti QX4 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti QX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti QX4 (315 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. (296 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti QX4 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 428 kg more than 2006 Infiniti QX4.
Because 2006 Infiniti QX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti QX4 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, 2006 Infiniti QX4 (530 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. (464 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Infiniti QX4 | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | QX4 | 560 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5552 cc | 5547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 464 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 94.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2850 mm |
