1967 Ford GT 40 vs. 1995 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1995 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 28 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 160 more horse power than 1995 Mercedes-Benz S. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 980 kg more than 1967 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, 1995 Mercedes-Benz S (270 Nm) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1995 Mercedes-Benz S 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 | 1995 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | GT 40 | S |
Year Released | 1967 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 270 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 73.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 70 L |