2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept vs. 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 7,460 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept (605 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 349 more horse power than 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix. (256 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept should accelerate faster than 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 36 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 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix. (515 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept | 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Shelby GR-1 Concept | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6392 cc | 7460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 605 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 679 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 59 L |
