1973 GMC Suburban vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 40 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 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (237 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1973 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 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 70 kg more than 2013 Mercedes-Benz S.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (617 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Suburban | S |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 617 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5226 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3165 mm |
