2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept vs. 1995 Nissan Serena
To start off, 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Serena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Serena 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 531 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Serena. (74 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept weights approximately 259 kg more than 1995 Nissan Serena. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 534 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Serena. (145 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept | 1995 Nissan Serena | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Shelby GR-1 Concept | Serena |
Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6392 cc | 2283 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 605 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 679 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2740 mm |