2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 75 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 67 kg more than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560.
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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. (464 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | CLS | 560 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 5547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 464 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 94.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 251 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2850 mm |
