1968 Ford GT 40 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 42 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1968 Ford GT 40. (424 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford GT 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 881 kg more than 1968 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, 1968 Ford GT 40 (637 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz E. (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1968 Ford GT 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz E. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1968 Ford GT 40 has manual transmission. 1968 Ford GT 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford GT 40 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | GT 40 | E |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4948 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 424 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1841 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1443 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2873 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 80 L |
