2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept vs. 1962 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,043 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept (605 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1962 Lincoln Continental. (300 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept should accelerate faster than 1962 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 559 kg more than 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept.
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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lincoln Continental. (630 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lincoln Continental. 1962 Lincoln Continental has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1962 Lincoln Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept | 1962 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | Shelby GR-1 Concept | Continental |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6392 cc | 7043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 605 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 679 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 109.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 2328 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 90 L |
