1964 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (192 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1964 Mercedes-Benz SL. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1964 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1008 kg more than 1964 Mercedes-Benz SL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 GMC Sierra (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Mercedes-Benz SL. (196 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | GMC |
| Model | SL | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2306 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3645 mm |
