1972 Ford GT 40 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1972 Ford GT 40. (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford GT 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1281 kg more than 1972 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL (999 Nm) has 914 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford GT 40. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1972 Ford GT 40 has manual transmission. 1972 Ford GT 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford GT 40 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | GT 40 | CL |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 999 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2241 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5065 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2954 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 90 L |
