1973 GMC Suburban vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1973 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1973 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 GMC Suburban weights approximately 109 kg more than 2010 Mercedes-Benz S.
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 Mercedes-Benz S (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 GMC Suburban | 2010 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Suburban | S |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2091 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3165 mm |
