2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept vs. 1990 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Pontiac Firebird 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 370 more horse power than 1990 Pontiac Firebird. (235 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept should accelerate faster than 1990 Pontiac Firebird.
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 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Pontiac Firebird. (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept | 1990 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Shelby GR-1 Concept | Firebird |
Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6392 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 605 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 679 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 76 L |