1987 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500
To start off, 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Camaro 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 367 more horse power than 1987 Chevrolet Camaro. (133 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 1987 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 1987 Chevrolet Camaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Chevrolet Camaro. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Camaro | 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Camaro | Shelby GT 500 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2835 cc | 5409 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |
