1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Forester weights approximately 97 kg more than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 (272 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Forester. (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Forester.
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1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
Model | 300 | Forester |
Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 272 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1338 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |