1951 Austin A vs. 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500
To start off, 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500 is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500 (541 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 512 more horse power than 1951 Austin A. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500 weights approximately 1136 kg more than 1951 Austin A. 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, 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500 (691 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 637 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A | 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500 | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | A | Shelby GT 500 |
Year Released | 1951 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 803 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 541 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 691 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 685 kg | 1821 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 61 L |