2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept vs. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 5 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 5 more horse power than 2010 Bentley Continental GTC. (600 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept should accelerate faster than 2010 Bentley Continental GTC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 716 kg more than 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept.
Because 2010 Bentley Continental GTC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Bentley Continental GTC (750 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept. (679 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC 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. 2010 Bentley Continental GTC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept | 2010 Bentley Continental GTC | |
| Make | Ford | Bentley |
| Model | Shelby GR-1 Concept | Continental GTC |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6392 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 605 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 679 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 2485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 90 L |
