2009 Ford GT vs. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2009 Ford GT is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600. (389 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 550 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 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600. (571 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 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. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford GT | 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | GT | 600 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 5987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 571 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105.8 mm | 80.2 mm |
| Top Speed | 305 km/hour | 253 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |
