1988 Subaru XT vs. 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500
To start off, 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Subaru XT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Subaru XT would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500 (541 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 407 more horse power than 1988 Subaru XT. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 1988 Subaru XT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500 weights approximately 661 kg more than 1988 Subaru XT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Subaru XT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Subaru XT will offer significantly more control. 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 495 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Subaru XT. (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Subaru XT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Subaru XT | 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500 | |
| Make | Subaru | Ford |
| Model | XT | Shelby GT 500 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 541 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 691 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1821 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |
