2006 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500
To start off, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera. (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera weights approximately 739 kg more than 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500.
Because 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera 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, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera. (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Alfa Romeo Brera | 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | Brera | Shelby GT 500 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3195 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 322 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |