1971 Ford GT 70 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford GT 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford GT 70 would be higher. At 2,147 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1971 Ford GT 70. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford GT 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1971 Ford GT 70. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford GT 70. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford GT 70.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Ford GT 70 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | GT 70 | C |
Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2147 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2720 mm |