1979 GMC Suburban vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1979 GMC Suburban is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 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, 1979 GMC Suburban (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300. (109 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 712 kg more than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300. (185 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300. 1979 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 has manual transmission. 1968 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 | 1968 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Suburban | 300 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1968 |
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 | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2232 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2810 mm |