1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2012 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2012 Subaru Impreza is newer by 40 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, 2012 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1315 kg more than 2012 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2012 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza 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 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Impreza. (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2012 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
| Model | 600 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6330 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2624 mm |
