1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2011 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2011 Subaru Outback is newer by 31 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, 2011 Subaru Outback (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. (242 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Outback weights approximately 108 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 2011 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Outback 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, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 (401 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Outback. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2011 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
Model | 500 | Outback |
Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4972 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1648 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1669 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |