1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (250 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. (185 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 28 kg more than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (339 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300. (260 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
| Model | 300 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 2455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |
