2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello 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 Ferrari 575M Maranello. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello (508 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500. (500 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello weights approximately 657 kg more than 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 @ 4500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello. (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ferrari 575M Maranello | 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 575M Maranello | Shelby GT 500 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5748 cc | 5409 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 508 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 588 Nm | 652 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1077 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 21.7 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 61 L |