1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2003 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2003 Subaru Forester is newer by 38 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 84 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Forester. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1050 kg more than 2003 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Forester 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, 2003 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, 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Forester. 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 has automatic transmission and 2003 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2003 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2003 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
Model | 600 | Forester |
Year Released | 1965 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6330 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 112 L | 60 L |