1969 Ford Corsair vs. 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500
To start off, 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Corsair 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) has 482 more horse power than 1969 Ford Corsair. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500 weights approximately 936 kg more than 1969 Ford Corsair. 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 590 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Ford Corsair | 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500 | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Corsair | Shelby GT 500 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 541 HP |
Torque | 101 Nm | 691 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 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 | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1821 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 61 L |