2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren vs. 1992 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (618 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 554 more horse power than 1992 Subaru Leone. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 1992 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren weights approximately 845 kg more than 1992 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Subaru Leone, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (780 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 682 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Subaru Leone. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Subaru Leone.
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2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | 1992 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
Model | SLR McLaren | Leone |
Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5439 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 618 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 780 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |