2000 GMC Sierra vs. 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2000 GMC Sierra is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,401 cc (8 cylinders), 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Sierra (197 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500. (177 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 625 kg more than 2000 GMC Sierra.
Because 2000 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 GMC Sierra 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, 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 (440 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 GMC Sierra. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GMC Sierra | 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sierra | 500 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1943 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 5401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3300 mm |
