1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2012 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2012 Subaru Outback is newer by 32 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, 2012 Subaru Outback (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. (237 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Outback weights approximately 144 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 2012 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, 2012 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 (402 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 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 2012 Subaru Outback.
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1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2012 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
Model | 500 | Outback |
Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
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 | 237 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 402 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1659 kg |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |