2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept vs. 2009 Koenigsegg CCX
To start off, 2009 Koenigsegg CCX is newer by 4 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, 2009 Koenigsegg CCX (806 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept. (605 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Koenigsegg CCX 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 589 kg more than 2009 Koenigsegg CCX.
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, 2009 Koenigsegg CCX (919 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept. (679 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Koenigsegg CCX 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 | 2009 Koenigsegg CCX | |
Make | Ford | Koenigsegg |
Model | Shelby GR-1 Concept | CCX |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6392 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 605 HP | 806 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 679 Nm | 919 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4293 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1996 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |