1961 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500
To start off, 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Chevrolet Corvette 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 323 more horse power than 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. 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 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Corvette | Shelby GT 500 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4637 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 550 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 691 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 61 L |