1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,972 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 (237 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2013 GMC Sierra. (192 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 795 kg more than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500.
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, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 (402 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Sierra. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | GMC |
Model | 500 | Sierra |
Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4972 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 402 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 101 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 2310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5847 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2031 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1877 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3645 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 98 L |