1958 Suzuki Light vs. 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500
To start off, 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Suzuki Light. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Suzuki Light 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 527 more horse power than 1958 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 1958 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500 weights approximately 1281 kg more than 1958 Suzuki Light. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500 (691 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 657 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Suzuki Light | 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Ford |
| Model | Light | Shelby GT 500 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 5400 cc |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 541 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 34 Nm | 691 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1821 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2720 mm |
