1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 63 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,401 cc (8 cylinders), 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500. (177 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 767 kg more than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy 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, 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 (440 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
| Model | 500 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1943 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5401 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 64 L |
