2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept vs. 1985 Talbot Samba
To start off, 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Talbot Samba 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 561 more horse power than 1985 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept should accelerate faster than 1985 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept weights approximately 1029 kg more than 1985 Talbot Samba. 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 614 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept | 1985 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Ford | Talbot |
| Model | Shelby GR-1 Concept | Samba |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6392 cc | 952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 605 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 679 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2350 mm |
