1971 Ford GT 40 vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320. (220 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1971 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 (310 Nm) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford GT 40 | 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | GT 40 | 320 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 72 L |
