1972 Ford GT 40 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 41 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (397 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1972 Ford GT 40. (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford GT 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 960 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (601 Nm) has 516 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford GT 40. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E 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. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1972 Ford GT 40 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | GT 40 | E |
Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 397 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 601 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 86 mm |
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 | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4698 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2015 mm |
Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1402 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2760 mm |