2007 Ford GT 500 vs. 1997 Hyundai Pony
To start off, 2007 Ford GT 500 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Hyundai Pony. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Hyundai Pony would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford GT 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford GT 500 (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 410 more horse power than 1997 Hyundai Pony. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford GT 500 should accelerate faster than 1997 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford GT 500 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1997 Hyundai Pony. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Ford GT 500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Ford GT 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Hyundai Pony, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Ford GT 500 (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 559 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Hyundai Pony. (119 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2007 Ford GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford GT 500 | 1997 Hyundai Pony | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | GT 500 | Pony |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1400 mm |
