2008 GMC Yukon vs. 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2008 GMC Yukon is newer by 43 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, 2008 GMC Yukon (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2008 GMC Yukon.
Because 2008 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 GMC Yukon 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 GMC Yukon (519 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600. (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Yukon | 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Yukon | 600 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5966 cc | 6330 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 352 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 2450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 5330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 148 L | 112 L |
