1989 GMC Jimmy vs. 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1989 GMC Jimmy is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,401 cc (8 cylinders), 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 GMC Jimmy (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500. (177 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1989 GMC Jimmy.
Because 1989 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 (432 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 GMC Jimmy. (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 GMC Jimmy. 1989 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 has manual transmission. 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1989 GMC Jimmy | 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Jimmy | 500 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1942 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 5401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 432 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3300 mm |