1958 BMW Isetta vs. 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500
To start off, 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 BMW Isetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 BMW Isetta 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) has 537 more horse power than 1958 BMW Isetta. (13 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW Isetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 weights approximately 1440 kg more than 1958 BMW Isetta. 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.
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1958 BMW Isetta | 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | Isetta | Shelby GT 500 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 247 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 1 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | single | V |
Horse Power | 13 HP | 550 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 1 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 360 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2300 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1510 mm | 2720 mm |