2003 Ford GT vs. 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 2003 Ford GT is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 373 more horse power than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220. (120 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford GT weights approximately 110 kg more than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220. 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, 2003 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 489 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220. (189 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2003 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford GT | 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | GT | 220 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105.8 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 305 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 13.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 65 L |
