1974 Buick GS vs. 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500
To start off, 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500 (541 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 1974 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 1974 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500 weights approximately 191 kg more than 1974 Buick GS. 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 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Buick GS. (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Buick GS.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Buick GS | 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500 | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | GS | Shelby GT 500 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 541 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 691 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1821 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2720 mm |