1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2003 Subaru B
To start off, 2003 Subaru B is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,972 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru B (389 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. (237 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru B should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru B weights approximately 65 kg more than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru B is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Subaru B 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, 2003 Subaru B (550 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. (402 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2003 Subaru B | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
| Model | 500 | B |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4972 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 89.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2680 mm |
