1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 vs. 2013 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2013 GMC Yukon is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Yukon (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1164 kg more than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230. 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 Yukon (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230. (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 | 2013 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | GMC |
| Model | 230 | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2305 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 2539 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1954 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 93 L |
