1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250. (129 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250.
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, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban (517 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250. (217 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 | 2010 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chevrolet |
| Model | 250 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2778 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 352 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 517 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 148 L |
