1967 Ford GT 40 vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz G. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 882 kg more than 1967 Ford GT 40.
Because 1993 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Ford GT 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz G (192 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ford GT 40 | 1993 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | GT 40 | G |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 80.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 998 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2410 mm |
