1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500. (245 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 211 kg more than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza 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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 (399 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Impreza. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 has automatic transmission and 2011 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2011 Subaru Impreza 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
| Model | 500 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4973 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2624 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |
