1967 Ford GT 40 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 44 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1967 Ford GT 40. (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford GT 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 854 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E (699 Nm) has 614 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford GT 40. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E 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. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ford GT 40 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | GT 40 | E |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 998 kg | 1852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1443 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2875 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 80 L |
