2008 BMW 335 vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560
To start off, 2008 BMW 335 is newer by 22 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, 2008 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. (296 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 335 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 208 kg more than 2008 BMW 335.
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 (464 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 335. (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 335 | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 335 | 560 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 5547 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 464 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 251 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1748 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2850 mm |