2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. (248 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 570 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Suburban.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet 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, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (519 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Suburban | 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Suburban | 600 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 6330 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 352 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 148 L | 65 L |
