1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2013 Subaru BRZ
To start off, 2013 Subaru BRZ is newer by 28 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 48 more horse power than 2013 Subaru BRZ. (197 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru BRZ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 353 kg more than 2013 Subaru BRZ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru BRZ. (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru BRZ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2013 Subaru BRZ | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
| Model | 500 | BRZ |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4973 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 221 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1608 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4235 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2570 mm |
