2007 GMC Yukon vs. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2007 GMC Yukon is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,972 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Yukon (295 HP @ 500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. (237 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Because 2007 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 GMC Yukon 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, 2007 GMC Yukon (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. (402 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Yukon | 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Yukon | 500 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 4972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2820 mm |
