2005 Ford GT vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2005 Ford GT is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford GT (551 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600. (408 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 646 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Ford GT (678 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600. (580 Nm). This means 2005 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford GT | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | GT | 600 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 5987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 551 HP | 408 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 80.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 2230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 100 L |
