2002 Ford GT 40 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 11 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 5,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (503 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2002 Ford GT 40. (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford GT 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 663 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (830 Nm) has 745 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | GT 40 | CL |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 830 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 87 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2183 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5095 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2130 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1419 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2955 mm |
