1983 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2013 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2013 GMC Yukon is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mercedes-Benz S 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 126 more horse power than 1983 Mercedes-Benz S. (201 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1983 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Yukon weights approximately 954 kg more than 1983 Mercedes-Benz S. 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 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mercedes-Benz S. (315 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mercedes-Benz S.
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1983 Mercedes-Benz S | 2013 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | GMC |
Model | S | Yukon |
Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3839 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 2539 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1954 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2946 mm |