1968 Ford GT 40 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,948 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford GT 40 (424 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Ford GT 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 1968 Ford GT 40 (637 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. (597 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1968 Ford GT 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford GT 40 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | GT 40 | R |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4948 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 424 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 597 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 80 L |
