1977 BMW 528 vs. 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500
To start off, 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 528. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 528 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 372 more horse power than 1977 BMW 528. (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 1977 BMW 528. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 weights approximately 384 kg more than 1977 BMW 528. 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 457 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 BMW 528. (234 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
1977 BMW 528 | 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 528 | Shelby GT 500 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2788 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 550 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 234 Nm | 691 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |