2009 Hyundai Genesis vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Genesis 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 Hyundai Genesis (375 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. (296 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Genesis should accelerate faster 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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 (464 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Genesis. (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Genesis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Genesis | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Genesis | 560 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4627 cc | 5547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 464 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2850 mm |
