1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1973 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1973 Subaru Leone is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 (172 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1973 Subaru Leone. (60 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1973 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 830 kg more than 1973 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Subaru Leone 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, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 (255 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Subaru Leone. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1973 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
| Model | 300 | Leone |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1361 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2450 mm |
