1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 (296 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (243 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 (410 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (327 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mercedes-Benz 420 | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
| Model | 420 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 243 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 64 L |
