1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 (245 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (242 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 83 kg more than 2007 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 (399 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
| Model | 500 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4973 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1608 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2680 mm |
