1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300. (215 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 70 kg more than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza 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 Impreza (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300. (275 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
Model | 300 | Impreza |
Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 275 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2624 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 64 L |