1979 GMC Jimmy vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1979 GMC Jimmy. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1979 GMC Jimmy.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 GMC Jimmy. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 GMC Jimmy | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Jimmy | CL |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 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 |
