1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (137 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1440 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600. 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, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 (501 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
| Model | 600 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6330 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2680 mm |
