2008 GMC Acadia vs. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2008 GMC Acadia is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 629 kg more than 2008 GMC Acadia.
Because 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Acadia. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Acadia | 1976 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Acadia | 600 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 6330 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 2770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3910 mm |
