1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 1966 Subaru 360
To start off, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Subaru 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Subaru 360 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 (245 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1966 Subaru 360. (20 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1966 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 1251 kg more than 1966 Subaru 360. 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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 (399 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Subaru 360. (35 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Subaru 360. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 has automatic transmission and 1966 Subaru 360 has manual transmission. 1966 Subaru 360 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 1966 Subaru 360 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
Model | 500 | 360 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4973 cc | 356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 35 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 1810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |