1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2000 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2000 Subaru Legacy is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Legacy (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1262 kg more than 2000 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2000 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (319 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2000 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
| Model | 600 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6330 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2772 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 64 L |
