2008 Ford GT vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2008 Ford GT is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 6,208 cc, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK (877 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 384 more horse power than 2008 Ford GT. (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 358 kg more than 2008 Ford GT. 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (630 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK 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. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford GT | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | GT | CLK |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 6208 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 877 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 102.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105.8 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 305 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 4.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1878 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 62 L |
