Ford Mustang vs. Mercedes-Benz AMG GT
When we compare the Ford Mustang's and the Mercedes-Benz AMG GT's specifications and ratings, the Ford Mustang has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and resale value. The Mercedes-Benz AMG GT has the advantage in the area of base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Ford Mustang's and the Mercedes-Benz AMG GT's specifications and ratings, the Ford Mustang is a better car than the Mercedes-Benz AMG GT.
Ford Mustang vs. Mercedes-Benz AMG GT Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Ford Mustang loses 39.2 percent of its value and the Mercedes-Benz AMG GT loses 43.7 percent of its value. This means the Ford Mustang retains 4.5 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Mercedes-Benz AMG GT.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Ford Mustang’s base engine makes 310 horsepower, and the Mercedes-Benz AMG GT base engine makes 523 horsepower. The Mustang is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 419 miles. The AMG GT is rated to deliver an average of 17 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 396 miles. This gives the Ford Mustang the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Mercedes-Benz AMG GT. The Mustang uses regular unleaded, and the AMG GT uses premium unleaded.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
22271 - 44935
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.391753
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.436609
Ford Mustang Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.619082 / 10
Reliability:
8.338164 / 10
Retained Value:
6.9 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Mercedes-Benz AMG GT Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
6.6 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Ford Mustang Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 9Ranking
1 out of / 2Ranking
2 out of / 15Ranking
2 out of / 9Ranking
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3 out of / 6Ranking
4 out of / 15Ranking
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4 out of / 9Ranking
4 out of / 5Ranking
5 out of / 15Ranking
5 out of / 5Ranking
6 out of / 9Ranking
7 out of / 15Ranking
9 out of / 15Ranking
9 out of / 10Ranking
9 out of / 9Ranking
15 out of / 15Mercedes-Benz AMG GT Rankings
Ranking
5 out of / 26Ranking
9 out of / 26Ranking
10 out of / 20Ranking
12 out of / 20Ranking
18 out of / 40Ranking
20 out of / 40Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe, Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Ford Mustang Trim Levels
EcoBoost, EcoBoost Premium, GT Premium, GT, Mach 1, Shelby GT500
Mercedes-Benz AMG GT Trim Levels
Base, C, Black Series, 43, 53, 63, 63 S
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
310 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
350 foot-lbs @ 3000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.085 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
523 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
494 foot-lbs @ 2100 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.139 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 27 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
310 / 419 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
15 / 20 / 17
Range (city/hwy):
297 / 396 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
Available
Apple Car Play:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
45.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
35.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
29.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
44.7 inches
Cargo Space:
11.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
79.2 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38 inches
Front Leg Room:
Not yet available
Front Shoulder Room:
58.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
5.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3636 lbs
Width:
81.9 inches
Height:
54.9 inches
Length:
188.5 inches
Wheelbase:
107.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3763 lbs
Width:
81.7 inches
Height:
49.6 inches
Length:
179.4 inches
Wheelbase:
103.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
3.8 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P235/55R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 9.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
255/35R19