1999 Dodge T-Rex 6x6 vs. 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500
To start off, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Dodge T-Rex 6x6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Dodge T-Rex 6x6 would be higher. At 7,999 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Dodge T-Rex 6x6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1999 Dodge T-Rex 6x6. (491 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 1999 Dodge T-Rex 6x6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge T-Rex 6x6 weights approximately 4428 kg more than 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Dodge T-Rex 6x6 (804 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500. (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge T-Rex 6x6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge T-Rex 6x6 | 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | T-Rex 6x6 | Shelby GT 500 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7999 cc | 5409 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 491 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 804 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 5400 kg | 972 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2730 mm |
