1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B vs. 1976 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1976 Subaru Leone is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B (136 HP) has 76 more horse power than 1976 Subaru Leone. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B should accelerate faster than 1976 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B weights approximately 910 kg more than 1976 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Subaru Leone, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B (219 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Subaru Leone. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Subaru Leone. 1976 Subaru Leone has automatic transmission and 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B has manual transmission. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Subaru Leone will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B | 1976 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
Model | 300B | Leone |
Year Released | 1954 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 60 HP |
Torque | 219 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2450 mm |