2009 GMC Yukon vs. 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 159 kg more than 2009 GMC Yukon.
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, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Yukon. (455 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
2009 GMC Yukon | 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Yukon | 600 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5328 cc | 6330 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 455 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2613 kg | 2772 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 6250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 52 L |