1963 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1970 Subaru R-2
To start off, 1970 Subaru R-2 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300 (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1970 Subaru R-2. (27 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1970 Subaru R-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 925 kg more than 1970 Subaru R-2. 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, 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300 (271 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Subaru R-2. (40 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Subaru R-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1970 Subaru R-2 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
| Model | 300 | R-2 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 1930 mm |
