2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept vs. 2000 Lotec C 1000
To start off, 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lotec C 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lotec C 1000 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, 2000 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept. (605 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept weights approximately 689 kg more than 2000 Lotec C 1000.
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, 2000 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept. (679 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept | 2000 Lotec C 1000 | |
| Make | Ford | Lotec |
| Model | Shelby GR-1 Concept | C 1000 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6392 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 605 HP | 843 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 679 Nm | 990 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1150 mm |
