1968 Ford GT 40 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 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 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 236 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (188 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 1630 kg more than 1968 Ford GT 40.
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 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1968 Ford GT 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 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 Sprinter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford GT 40 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | GT 40 | Sprinter |
Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4948 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 424 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 637 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5906 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2024 mm |
Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 2446 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3665 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 100 L |