2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE
To start off, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 332 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE. (168 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE weights approximately 643 kg more than 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500.
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 Shelby GT 500 (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE. (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 | 1968 Mercedes-Benz SE | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Shelby GT 500 | SE |
Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 2777 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 651 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 63 L |