1951 Citroen 2CV 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 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Citroen 2CV 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 531 more horse power than 1951 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 1951 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500 weights approximately 1326 kg more than 1951 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1951 Citroen 2CV, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 669 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Citroen 2CV | 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | 2CV | Shelby GT 500 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 374 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 541 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 691 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1821 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 61 L |
