1966 Ford GT 40 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 45 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. (302 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 480 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (370 Nm) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford GT 40. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C 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. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford GT 40 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | GT 40 | C |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 1616 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 66 L |
