1968 Mercedes-Benz SE vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE would be higher. At 2,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE (169 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Forester. (168 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Forester weights approximately 20 kg more than 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE.
Because 2013 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
| Model | SE | Forester |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2778 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2615 mm |
