1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 would be higher. At 4,519 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (247 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450. (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450. 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, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 (378 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (304 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
| Model | 450 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4519 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 378 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |
