Re: Mercedes-Benz 4.7l V8????

From: Jim Miller (jim76712@swbell.net)
Date: Wed Dec 13 2000 - 00:28:15 EST


> | Not me, I got a 4.7 because it is quicker than a 5.9... (please do not
> | start that debate again) and this way I got to have my first 5-SPEED...

That is probably true that a 5 speed 4.7 is quicker 0 to 60 than a 5.9 auto but
hook a trailer with a 5k pound or greater load to the truck and see which one
accelerates faster. the 4.7 has lots less torque. Both engine and
transmission combinations have their strong and weak points.



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