1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester 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, 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Forester. (168 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Forester weights approximately 143 kg more than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Because 2013 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 (271 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
| Model | 300 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1528 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2615 mm |
