2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept vs. 1958 Ford Prefect

To start off, 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Prefect 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 574 more horse power than 1958 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept weights approximately 1004 kg more than 1958 Ford Prefect. 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 608 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Prefect.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept 1958 Ford Prefect
Make Ford Ford
Model Shelby GR-1 Concept Prefect
Year Released 2005 1958
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6392 cc 1172 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 605 HP 31 HP
Engine RPM 6750 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 679 Nm 71 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 2150 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93.1 mm 63.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 94 mm 92.5 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1769 kg 765 kg
Vehicle Length 4420 mm 3850 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1550 mm
Vehicle Height 1170 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2220 mm


 

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