1966 Ford GT 40 vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560
To start off, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 5,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. (295 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 weights approximately 644 kg more than 1966 Ford GT 40.
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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 (463 Nm) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford GT 40. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 has automatic transmission and 1966 Ford GT 40 has manual transmission. 1966 Ford GT 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford GT 40 | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | GT 40 | 560 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 463 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 94.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3080 mm |
