1979 GMC Suburban vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 34 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (529 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 400 more horse power than 1979 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1979 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 62 kg more than 2013 Mercedes-Benz S.
Because 1979 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Mercedes-Benz S. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (800 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 515 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 GMC Suburban. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 GMC Suburban.
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1979 GMC Suburban | 2013 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Suburban | S |
Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 529 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 800 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Vehicle Weight | 2232 kg | 2170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5252 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2120 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1488 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3165 mm |