1974 GMC Suburban vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 504 more horse power than 1974 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1974 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 GMC Suburban weights approximately 415 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Because 1974 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (1,000 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 757 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 GMC Suburban. (243 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 GMC Suburban | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Suburban | CL |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2890 mm |
