2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept vs. 2006 Mazda Drifter
To start off, 2006 Mazda Drifter is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept 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 482 more horse power than 2006 Mazda Drifter. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda Drifter.
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 473 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda Drifter. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda Drifter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept | 2006 Mazda Drifter | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Shelby GR-1 Concept | Drifter |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6392 cc | 2606 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 605 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 679 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 82 L |
