1999 GMC Suburban vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1999 GMC Suburban is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 (408 HP) has 158 more horse power than 1999 GMC Suburban. (250 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1999 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1999 GMC Suburban. 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 (580 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 GMC Suburban. (455 Nm). This means 1991 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 | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Suburban | 600 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7400 cc | 5987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 408 HP |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 2230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 3150 mm |
