2002 Ford GT 40 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 9 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 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS (402 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2002 Ford GT 40. (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford GT 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 215 kg more than 2002 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS (600 Nm) has 515 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford GT 40. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford GT 40 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | GT 40 | CLS |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 402 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2875 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 107 L | 80 L |
