2006 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1979 Subaru Rex
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 27 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (493 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 464 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1460 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (701 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 659 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Rex. (42 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Rex. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL 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. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1979 Subaru Rex | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
| Model | CL | Rex |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 543 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 701 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 1930 mm |
