2009 GMC Sierra vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2009 GMC Sierra is newer by 41 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, 2009 GMC Sierra (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. (248 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Sierra. (367 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Sierra | 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sierra | 600 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 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 | 327 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 65 L |
