1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,332 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Forester. (168 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 947 kg more than 2013 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600. 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, 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Forester. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 has automatic transmission and 2013 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2013 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
Model | 600 | Forester |
Year Released | 1964 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6332 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 79 mm |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2475 kg | 1528 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2006 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2615 mm |