1985 GMC Suburban vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350
To start off, 1985 GMC Suburban is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350 would be higher. At 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350 (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1985 GMC Suburban. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350 should accelerate faster than 1985 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 GMC Suburban weights approximately 564 kg more than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350.
Because 1985 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 GMC Suburban (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350. (287 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 GMC Suburban | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350 | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Suburban | 350 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4299 cc | 3499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1676 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2870 mm |
