1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,328 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Forester. (227 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1300 kg more than 2007 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
| Model | 600 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6328 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 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 Weight | 2770 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2530 mm |
