1967 Ford GT 40 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 39 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 82 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 785 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (350 Nm) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 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 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | GT 40 | C |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 62 L |
