1958 Subaru 360 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Subaru 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Subaru 360 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS (511 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 497 more horse power than 1958 Subaru 360. (14 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1958 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 1321 kg more than 1958 Subaru 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mercedes-Benz CLS (700 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 670 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Subaru 360. (30 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Subaru 360 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Subaru | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 360 | CLS |
Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 354 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 14 HP | 511 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 30 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 95 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 549 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4996 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 2075 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1406 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2874 mm |