1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,328 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1310 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (343 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
Model | 600 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1971 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6328 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2680 mm |