2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 3 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 87 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL. (518 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept (679 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL. (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Shelby GR-1 Concept | CL |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6392 cc | 6208 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 605 HP | 518 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 679 Nm | 631 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 90 L |