1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy is newer by 65 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Legacy (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. (44 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V.
Because 2011 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Legacy (349 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. (107 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V | 2011 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
| Model | 170 V | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4735 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1506 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2751 mm |
