1999 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,789 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S (362 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 426 kg more than 2012 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mercedes-Benz S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz S (540 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercedes-Benz S | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
| Model | S | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5789 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1534 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |
