2008 Ford GT vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560
To start off, 2008 Ford GT is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 would be higher. At 5,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. (295 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. (463 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford GT has manual transmission. 2008 Ford GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford GT | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | GT | 560 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 5547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 463 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105.8 mm | 94.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 305 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3080 mm |
