1978 GMC Jimmy vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (536 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 436 more horse power than 1978 GMC Jimmy. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1978 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 430 kg more than 1978 GMC Jimmy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mercedes-Benz S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 GMC Jimmy will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (799 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 557 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 GMC Jimmy. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 GMC Jimmy | 2012 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Jimmy | S |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 536 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 799 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 2230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3165 mm |
