1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton vs. 2013 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2013 Subaru Legacy is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Legacy (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (47 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 401 kg more than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Subaru Legacy (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton.
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1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | 2013 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
Model | Ponton | Legacy |
Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1986 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1611 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1505 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2750 mm |