1973 GMC Suburban vs. 2012 Maybach Landaulet
To start off, 2012 Maybach Landaulet is newer by 39 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Maybach Landaulet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maybach Landaulet (620 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 520 more horse power than 1973 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maybach Landaulet should accelerate faster than 1973 GMC Suburban.
Because 1973 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Maybach Landaulet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 GMC Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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 Maybach Landaulet (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 757 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Maybach Landaulet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 GMC Suburban | 2012 Maybach Landaulet | |
| Make | GMC | Maybach |
| Model | Suburban | Landaulet |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 620 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 999 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 6165 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3828 mm |
