1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2013 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2013 GMC Terrain is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,329 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2013 GMC Terrain. (180 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Terrain. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1022 kg more than 2013 GMC Terrain. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 GMC Terrain, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Terrain.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2013 GMC Terrain | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | GMC |
Model | 600 | Terrain |
Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6329 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 98 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 1748 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4707 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2857 mm |