2004 GMC Safari vs. 1974 Mercedes-Benz 240
To start off, 2004 GMC Safari is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mercedes-Benz 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mercedes-Benz 240 would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Safari (191 HP) has 113 more horse power than 1974 Mercedes-Benz 240. (78 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercedes-Benz 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 363 kg more than 1974 Mercedes-Benz 240. 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, 2004 GMC Safari (339 Nm) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mercedes-Benz 240. (172 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mercedes-Benz 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Safari | 1974 Mercedes-Benz 240 | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Safari | 240 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3005 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 78 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1793 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 65 L |
