2005 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500
To start off, 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette. (400 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 363 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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette. (544 Nm). This means 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Corvette | Shelby GT 500 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 5409 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 544 Nm | 652 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1077 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |