2002 Ford GT 40 vs. 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 2002 Ford GT 40 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220.
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, 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 (142 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford GT 40 | 1951 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | GT 40 | 220 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 107 L | 48 L |
