1979 GMC Suburban vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (470 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 1979 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1979 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 397 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 1979 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 GMC Suburban. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 GMC Suburban | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Suburban | E |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2232 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2860 mm |
