2009 Ford GT vs. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 260
To start off, 2009 Ford GT is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercedes-Benz 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercedes-Benz 260 would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 260. (168 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 260 weights approximately 4 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 260. (228 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 260. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 260 has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford GT has manual transmission. 2009 Ford GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 260 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford GT | 1990 Mercedes-Benz 260 | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | GT | 260 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 2599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 82.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 105.8 mm | 80.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.2:1 |
Top Speed | 305 km/hour | 204 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 | 1524 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2940 mm |