1969 Ford GT 40 vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 (402 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1969 Ford GT 40. (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford GT 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1969 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 (580 Nm) has 495 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford GT 40 | 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | GT 40 | C 112 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 402 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 100 L |
