1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 63 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,401 cc (8 cylinders), 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 (180 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 894 kg more than 2007 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 (440 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
Model | 500 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1944 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5401 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2406 kg | 1512 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 64 L |