2007 GMC Sierra vs. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2007 GMC Sierra is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 (323 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2007 GMC Sierra. (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2007 GMC Sierra.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 GMC Sierra (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500. (450 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Sierra | 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sierra | 500 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 4973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 323 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6570 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 80 L |
