2005 Nissan Hardbody vs. 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500
To start off, 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Hardbody. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Hardbody would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 (550 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 395 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (155 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 weights approximately 305 kg more than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 (691 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 482 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (209 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Hardbody.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Hardbody | 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Hardbody | Shelby GT 500 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 550 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 691 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1800 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 61 L |
