1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2012 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2012 GMC Yukon is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Yukon (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500. (326 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Yukon weights approximately 809 kg more than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500. 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, 2012 GMC Yukon (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500. (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500. 2012 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 has manual transmission. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2012 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | GMC |
Model | 500 | Yukon |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4973 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 326 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 497 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 2539 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1953 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2946 mm |