1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (136 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. 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, 2007 Subaru Legacy (187 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
Model | 220 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1951 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 21 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 64 L |