1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2011 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2011 GMC Sierra is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Sierra (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 459 kg more than 2011 GMC Sierra.
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, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 (501 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Sierra. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2011 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | GMC |
| Model | 600 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6330 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 2311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2032 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 3645 mm |
