1996 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1978 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL (317 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1978 Subaru Leone. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1978 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 840 kg more than 1978 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Subaru Leone 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL (471 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Subaru Leone. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Subaru Leone. 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 1978 Subaru Leone has manual transmission. 1978 Subaru Leone will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1978 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
Model | SL | Leone |
Year Released | 1996 | 1978 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4973 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 471 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2450 mm |