1967 Ford GT 40 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz GLK
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GLK is newer by 45 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 2012 Mercedes-Benz GLK. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz GLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz GLK weights approximately 940 kg more than 1967 Ford GT 40.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz GLK is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Ford GT 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GLK will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GLK (349 Nm) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz GLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford GT 40. 2012 Mercedes-Benz GLK 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. 2012 Mercedes-Benz GLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1967 Ford GT 40 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz GLK | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | GT 40 | GLK |
Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3500 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 | 349 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4529 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1887 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1699 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2756 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 66 L |