2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept vs. 2007 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2007 Lotus Elise is newer by 2 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 416 more horse power than 2007 Lotus Elise. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept should accelerate faster than 2007 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept weights approximately 819 kg more than 2007 Lotus Elise. 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 499 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Elise. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept | 2007 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | Shelby GR-1 Concept | Elise |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6392 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 605 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 679 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 40 L |
