1999 GMC Suburban vs. 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1999 GMC Suburban is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 7,400 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GMC Suburban (250 HP) has 3 more horse power than 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 817 kg more than 1999 GMC Suburban.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 GMC Suburban. (455 Nm). This means 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 GMC Suburban | 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Suburban | 600 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7400 cc | 6330 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 247 HP |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 2772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 3910 mm |
