1979 Mercedes-Benz 380 vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380 would be higher. At 3,818 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380 (215 HP) has 45 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Forester. (170 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380 should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380 weights approximately 72 kg more than 2012 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380. 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, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380 (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380 | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
| Model | 380 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3818 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |
