2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept vs. 2011 BMW 116
To start off, 2011 BMW 116 is newer by 6 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 489 more horse power than 2011 BMW 116. (116 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept weights approximately 399 kg more than 2011 BMW 116. 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 419 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 116. (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept | 2011 BMW 116 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Shelby GR-1 Concept | 116 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6392 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 605 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 679 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 51 L |