1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester is newer by 54 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) has 2 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Forester. (170 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 306 kg more than 2010 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 (255 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Forester. 2010 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 has manual transmission. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
| Model | 300 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1474 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 64 L |
