2005 Ford GT vs. 1995 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2005 Ford GT is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford GT (551 HP) has 204 more horse power than 1995 Mercedes-Benz E. (347 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 466 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 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercedes-Benz E. (480 Nm). This means 2005 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford GT | 1995 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | GT | E |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 551 HP | 347 HP |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 2050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 62 L |
