2008 Mercedes-Benz GL vs. 1983 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Pontiac 6000 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL (303 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1983 Pontiac 6000. (123 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 1983 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 1160 kg more than 1983 Pontiac 6000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Pontiac 6000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 Mercedes-Benz GL (700 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 476 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Pontiac 6000. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Pontiac 6000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL | 1983 Pontiac 6000 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pontiac |
| Model | GL | 6000 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2550 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2670 mm |
