2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept vs. 2005 Proton 400
To start off, both 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept and 2005 Proton 400 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 2005 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept should accelerate faster than 2005 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept weights approximately 797 kg more than 2005 Proton 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Proton 400, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 571 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept | 2005 Proton 400 | |
Make | Ford | Proton |
Model | Shelby GR-1 Concept | 400 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6392 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 605 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 679 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |