1968 Mercedes-Benz 230 vs. 2012 GMC Savana
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230 would be higher. At 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Savana (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana weights approximately 882 kg more than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230. 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 Savana (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 532 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230. (179 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230. 2012 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230 has manual transmission. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mercedes-Benz 230 | 2012 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | GMC |
| Model | 230 | Savana |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2308 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5340 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 117 L |
