2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 vs. 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900
To start off, 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 400 more horse power than 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 weights approximately 77 kg more than 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900. 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, 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 (652 Nm) has 512 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900. (140 Nm). This means 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 | 1952 Alfa Romeo 1900 | |
Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Shelby GT 500 | 1900 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1952 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1883 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 652 Nm | 140 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |