1979 GMC Suburban vs. 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1979 GMC Suburban is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300 (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1979 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1979 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 847 kg more than 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Because 1979 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1979 GMC Suburban (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300. (271 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1979 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300. 1979 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300 has manual transmission. 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1979 GMC Suburban | 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Suburban | 300 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2232 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2410 mm |