2002 Ford GT 40 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford GT 40 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 82 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz S. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 360 kg more than 2002 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz S (350 Nm) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford GT 40. 2008 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 2002 Ford GT 40 has manual transmission. 2002 Ford GT 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford GT 40 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | GT 40 | S |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 92.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 107 L | 90 L |
