2003 Ford GT vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2003 Ford GT is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 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 262 more horse power than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300. (231 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 380 kg more than 2003 Ford GT.
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 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300. (310 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2003 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford GT | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | GT | 300 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 3198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 305 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 100 L |
