1954 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 2,193 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1954 Mercedes-Benz S. (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1954 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 210 kg more than 1954 Mercedes-Benz S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Mercedes-Benz S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Subaru Forester (245 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercedes-Benz S. (157 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Mercedes-Benz S.
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1954 Mercedes-Benz S | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
Model | S | Forester |
Year Released | 1954 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2193 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2530 mm |