1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2012 GMC Savana
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,971 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 (326 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2012 GMC Savana. (280 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana weights approximately 652 kg more than 1991 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 (480 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Savana. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2012 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | GMC |
| Model | 500 | Savana |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4971 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2012 kg | 2664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3150 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |
