2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 vs. 1962 Honda S500
To start off, 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Honda S500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Honda S500 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 462 more horse power than 1962 Honda S500. (38 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 1962 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 weights approximately 397 kg more than 1962 Honda S500. 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 @ 4500 RPM) has 613 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Honda S500. (39 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 | 1962 Honda S500 | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Shelby GT 500 | S500 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1962 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 652 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 40 L |