1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 1959 Subaru 360
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Subaru 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Subaru 360 would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 (408 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 394 more horse power than 1959 Subaru 360. (14 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1959 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1845 kg more than 1959 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 (580 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 550 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Subaru 360. (30 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Subaru 360. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 has automatic transmission and 1959 Subaru 360 has manual transmission. 1959 Subaru 360 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 1959 Subaru 360 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
| Model | 600 | 360 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5987 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 408 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 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 | 2230 kg | 385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3150 mm | 1780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 64 L |
