1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2012 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2012 GMC Yukon is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300. (215 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1244 kg more than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300. 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, 2012 GMC Yukon (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300. (275 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300. 2012 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 has manual transmission. 1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1961 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2012 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | GMC |
Model | 300 | Yukon |
Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 275 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 2573 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5649 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1951 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 117 L |