1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2002 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2002 Subaru Outback is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2002 Subaru Outback. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2002 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 960 kg more than 2002 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Outback 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, 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Outback. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2002 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
Model | 600 | Outback |
Year Released | 1965 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6330 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 112 L | 64 L |