2009 GMC Acadia vs. 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2009 GMC Acadia is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 335 kg more than 2009 GMC Acadia.
Because 1970 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 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Acadia. (367 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Acadia | 1970 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Acadia | 600 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 6330 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 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 |
