2008 Ford GT vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2008 Ford GT is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 345 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford GT weights approximately 140 kg more than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 2008 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 468 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford GT | 1993 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | GT | C |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105.8 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 305 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 10.5 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 | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 62 L |
