1991 Italdesign Nazca vs. 2012 Ford Shelby GT500
To start off, 2012 Ford Shelby GT500 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Italdesign Nazca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Italdesign Nazca would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford Shelby GT500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Shelby GT500 (550 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1991 Italdesign Nazca. (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Shelby GT500 should accelerate faster than 1991 Italdesign Nazca.
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, 2012 Ford Shelby GT500 (691 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Italdesign Nazca. (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Shelby GT500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Italdesign Nazca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Italdesign Nazca | 2012 Ford Shelby GT500 | |
| Make | Italdesign | Ford |
| Model | Nazca | Shelby GT500 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 550 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 691 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
