1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 60 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Forester (170 HP) has 92 more horse power than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (78 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Because 2011 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester 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 Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. 2011 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 has manual transmission. 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
Model | 220 | Forester |
Year Released | 1951 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 170 HP |
Torque | 142 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 64 L |