2006 Mazda Drifter vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560
To start off, 2006 Mazda Drifter 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 (295 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2006 Mazda Drifter. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda Drifter.
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 (463 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda Drifter. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda Drifter. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 has automatic transmission and 2006 Mazda Drifter has manual transmission. 2006 Mazda Drifter 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:
| 2006 Mazda Drifter | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Drifter | 560 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2606 cc | 5547 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 463 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3080 mm |
