1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 95 kg more than 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy 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, 2007 Subaru Legacy (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110.

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1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 2007 Subaru Legacy
Make Mercedes-Benz Subaru
Model W 110 Legacy
Year Released 1965 2007
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1895 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 79 HP 242 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 142 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 21.0:1 9.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1385 kg 1480 kg
Vehicle Height 1540 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 52 L 64 L