2006 GMC Savana vs. 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2006 GMC Savana is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Savana (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 87 kg more than 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600. 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, 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Savana. (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Savana | 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Savana | 600 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5963 cc | 6330 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 2450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 5330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 112 L |
