2009 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560
To start off, 2009 Mazda RX-8 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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2009 Mazda RX-8. (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 weights approximately 623 kg more than 2009 Mazda RX-8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda RX-8. (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda RX-8. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 has automatic transmission and 2009 Mazda RX-8 has manual transmission. 2009 Mazda RX-8 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.
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2009 Mazda RX-8 | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | RX-8 | 560 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1307 cc | 5547 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 464 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1748 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2850 mm |