1972 Ford GT 40 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter

To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (188 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 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 1610 kg more than 1972 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (440 Nm) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford GT 40. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 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 Sprinter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1972 Ford GT 40 2010 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
Make Ford Mercedes-Benz
Model GT 40 Sprinter
Year Released 1972 2010
Body Type Coupe Van
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4195 cc 3000 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 350 HP 188 HP
Engine RPM 7200 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 85 Nm 440 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 960 kg 2570 kg
Vehicle Length 4350 mm 5906 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 2024 mm
Vehicle Height 980 mm 2814 mm
Wheelbase Size 2420 mm 3665 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 125 L 100 L


 

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