2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept vs. 1995 Renault Spider
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 Renault Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Spider 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 455 more horse power than 1995 Renault Spider. (150 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept weights approximately 764 kg more than 1995 Renault Spider. 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) has 493 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Spider. (186 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept | 1995 Renault Spider | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Shelby GR-1 Concept | Spider |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6392 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 605 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 679 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 115 L |
