1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 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 153 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (112 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Because 2011 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. 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 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 2011 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
Model | 220 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2193 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4735 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1506 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |