1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2009 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2009 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Tribeca (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600.
Because 2009 Subaru Tribeca is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Tribeca 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, 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 (501 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Tribeca. (247 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Tribeca.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2009 Subaru Tribeca | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
Model | 600 | Tribeca |
Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6330 cc | 3630 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 501 Nm | 247 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2750 mm |