1972 GMC Jimmy vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 395 more horse power than 1972 GMC Jimmy. (115 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1972 GMC Jimmy.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (831 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 553 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 GMC Jimmy. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 GMC Jimmy | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Jimmy | CL |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5032 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 831 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2960 mm |
