2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept vs. 1957 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 6,392 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept (605 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 558 more horse power than 1957 Vauxhall Victor. (47 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept should accelerate faster than 1957 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept weights approximately 789 kg more than 1957 Vauxhall Victor. 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, 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept (679 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 569 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Vauxhall Victor. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Vauxhall Victor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept | 1957 Vauxhall Victor | |
| Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
| Model | Shelby GR-1 Concept | Victor |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6392 cc | 1506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 605 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 679 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2500 mm |
