2008 Ford GT vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2008 Ford GT is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 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 393 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (100 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford GT weights approximately 60 kg more than 2000 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 442 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (236 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford GT | 2000 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | GT | C |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105.8 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Top Speed | 305 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
| 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 | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 69 L |
