2009 Ford Expedition vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition is newer by 23 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, 2009 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. (296 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition 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 782 kg more than 2009 Ford Expedition.
Because 2009 Ford Expedition 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, 2009 Ford Expedition 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, 2009 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. (464 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Expedition | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Expedition | 560 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 5547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 464 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2850 mm |
