1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2013 Subaru BRZ
To start off, 2013 Subaru BRZ is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru BRZ (197 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300. (158 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru BRZ should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 671 kg more than 2013 Subaru BRZ.
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1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2013 Subaru BRZ | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
Model | 300 | BRZ |
Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1259 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4235 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1285 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2570 mm |