2007 Audi S4 vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560
To start off, 2007 Audi S4 is newer by 21 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, 2007 Audi S4 (341 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. (296 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 (464 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi S4. (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi S4. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 has automatic transmission and 2007 Audi S4 has manual transmission. 2007 Audi S4 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:
| 2007 Audi S4 | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | S4 | 560 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 341 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 464 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.7 mm | 94.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 251 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2850 mm |
