1990 GMC Jimmy vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240
To start off, 1990 GMC Jimmy is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 GMC Jimmy (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240. (63 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240.
Because 1990 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 GMC Jimmy (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240. (138 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 GMC Jimmy | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Jimmy | 240 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2760 mm |
