2008 Ford GT vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 Ford GT is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mercedes-Benz E 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 359 more horse power than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 40 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 488 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford GT | 1996 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | GT | E |
Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 105.8 mm | 78.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |