1967 Ford GT 40 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (493 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1967 Ford GT 40. (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford GT 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 697 kg more than 1967 Ford GT 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 CL (700 Nm) has 615 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 CL | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | GT 40 | CL |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 998 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 88 L |
