1967 Ford GT 40 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 41 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 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (383 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1967 Ford GT 40. (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford GT 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1085 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (531 Nm) has 446 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford GT 40. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1967 Ford GT 40 has manual transmission. 1967 Ford GT 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ford GT 40 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | GT 40 | CL |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 383 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 531 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 90 L |
