2000 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1979 Subaru Rex
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru Rex. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru Rex would be higher. At 4,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S (301 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 940 kg more than 1979 Subaru Rex. 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Rex. (42 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Rex. 2000 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 1979 Subaru Rex has manual transmission. 1979 Subaru Rex will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercedes-Benz S | 1979 Subaru Rex | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
| Model | S | Rex |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4965 cc | 543 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6160 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4090 mm | 1930 mm |
