2005 Ford GT vs. 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora
To start off, 2005 Ford GT is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford GT (551 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora. (251 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora weights approximately 136 kg more than 2005 Ford GT.
Because 2005 Ford GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Ford GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Ford GT (678 Nm) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora. (353 Nm). This means 2005 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford GT | 1995 Oldsmobile Aurora | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | GT | Aurora |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 551 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
