1973 Mercedes-Benz 250 vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250 would be higher. At 2,523 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Forester (170 HP) has 40 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250. (130 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250 weights approximately 66 kg more than 2012 Subaru Forester.
Because 2012 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Subaru Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250. (195 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercedes-Benz 250 | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
| Model | 250 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2523 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1474 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3430 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |
