1973 Nissan Sunny vs. 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500
To start off, 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Sunny 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 488 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500 weights approximately 1121 kg more than 1973 Nissan Sunny. 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 596 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Sunny | 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500 | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Sunny | Shelby GT 500 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 541 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 691 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1821 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2720 mm |
