1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 vs. 2010 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2010 Subaru Legacy is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 would be higher. At 5,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Legacy (148 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. (142 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 weights approximately 61 kg more than 2010 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2010 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 (454 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Legacy. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Legacy. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 has automatic transmission and 2010 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2010 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 | 2010 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
Model | 560 | Legacy |
Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5547 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1619 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1535 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2750 mm |