1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 would be higher. At 3,839 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 (204 HP) has 34 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Forester. (170 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 weights approximately 136 kg more than 2011 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 (315 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
Model | 380 | Forester |
Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3839 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 170 HP |
Torque | 315 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1474 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2616 mm |