1985 Ferrari 400 vs. 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500
To start off, 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1985 Ferrari 400. (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 1985 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 753 kg more than 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500.
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, 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 (652 Nm) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ferrari 400. (392 Nm). This means 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ferrari 400 | 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 400 | Shelby GT 500 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4823 cc | 5409 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 392 Nm | 652 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1077 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 118 L | 61 L |