1948 Austin A 90 vs. 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500
To start off, 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 is newer by 63 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 (550 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 463 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1948 Austin A 90. 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, 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 (691 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 501 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Austin A 90 | 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A 90 | Shelby GT 500 |
Year Released | 1948 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 550 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 691 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 61 L |