2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 vs. 1964 Toyota Sport 800
To start off, 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Sport 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Toyota Sport 800 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 456 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Sport 800. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Sport 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1964 Toyota Sport 800. 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 585 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Sport 800. (67 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Sport 800.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 | 1964 Toyota Sport 800 | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Shelby GT 500 | Sport 800 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 652 Nm | 67 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 582 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 75 L |