2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept vs. 1982 Volvo 360
To start off, 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Volvo 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Volvo 360 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 504 more horse power than 1982 Volvo 360. (101 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept should accelerate faster than 1982 Volvo 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept weights approximately 669 kg more than 1982 Volvo 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept (679 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 516 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volvo 360. (163 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volvo 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept | 1982 Volvo 360 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Shelby GR-1 Concept | 360 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6392 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 605 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 679 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 58 L |
