2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept vs. 1959 Lotus Seven
To start off, 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lotus Seven 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 569 more horse power than 1959 Lotus Seven. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept should accelerate faster than 1959 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept weights approximately 1329 kg more than 1959 Lotus Seven. 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.
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2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept | 1959 Lotus Seven | |
Make | Ford | Lotus |
Model | Shelby GR-1 Concept | Seven |
Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6392 cc | 947 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 605 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1350 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2240 mm |