1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 69 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 34 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (146 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 1051 kg more than 2013 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza 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 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Impreza. (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
| Model | 500 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1944 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5401 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2406 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1988 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2645 mm |
