1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400. (287 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 weights approximately 465 kg more than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400. 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 (410 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
| Model | 400 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 287 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2624 mm |
