2009 GMC Sierra vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2009 GMC Sierra is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Sierra (312 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500. (245 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Sierra weights approximately 286 kg more than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500. 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, 2009 GMC Sierra (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500. (399 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Sierra | 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sierra | 500 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 4973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 312 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1894 kg | 1608 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6580 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2460 mm |
