1999 GMC Suburban vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450
To start off, 1999 GMC Suburban is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 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 25 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450. (225 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Suburban weights approximately 213 kg more than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 GMC Suburban (455 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450. (378 Nm). This means 1999 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 GMC Suburban | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Suburban | 450 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7400 cc | 4520 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 225 HP |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 378 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2870 mm |
