1981 Porsche 944 vs. 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500
To start off, 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Porsche 944 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 405 more horse power than 1981 Porsche 944. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 1981 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 weights approximately 455 kg more than 1981 Porsche 944. 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 496 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Porsche 944. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Porsche 944 | 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 | |
Make | Porsche | Ford |
Model | 944 | Shelby GT 500 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2479 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 550 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 691 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |