1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (250 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. (248 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1244 kg more than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (340 Nm). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
| Model | 600 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6330 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1526 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |
