2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept vs. 1999 Honda S2000
To start off, 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda S2000 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 367 more horse power than 1999 Honda S2000. (238 HP @ 8600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda S2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept weights approximately 504 kg more than 1999 Honda S2000. 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 471 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept | 1999 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Shelby GR-1 Concept | S2000 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6392 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 605 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 8600 RPM |
| Torque | 679 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 83.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 58 L |
