1984 Ford GT vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford GT would be higher. At 3,198 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 (231 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1984 Ford GT. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 770 kg more than 1984 Ford GT. 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 (310 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford GT. (203 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford GT.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford GT | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | GT | 300 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2299 cc | 3198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 231 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3050 mm |