1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 1981 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1981 Subaru Leone is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,399 cc (8 cylinders), 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 (180 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1981 Subaru Leone. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1981 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 1580 kg more than 1981 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Subaru Leone, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 (440 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Subaru Leone. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 1981 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
Model | 500 | Leone |
Year Released | 1941 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5399 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2390 mm |