1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza

To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 38 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, 2011 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450. (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza 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 100 kg more than 2011 Subaru Impreza.

Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450. (378 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 has automatic transmission and 2011 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2011 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 2011 Subaru Impreza
Make Mercedes-Benz Subaru
Model 450 Impreza
Year Released 1973 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4519 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 225 HP 305 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 378 Nm 393 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1635 kg 1535 kg
Vehicle Length 4760 mm 4580 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1796 mm
Vehicle Height 1340 mm 1471 mm
Wheelbase Size 2820 mm 2624 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 64 L


 

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