2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 vs. 1990 Peugeot 605
To start off, 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Peugeot 605. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Peugeot 605 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 392 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 605. (108 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 393 kg more than 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500.
Because 2008 Ford Shelby 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 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Peugeot 605, 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, 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 (652 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Peugeot 605. (235 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Peugeot 605. 1990 Peugeot 605 has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Peugeot 605 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 | 1990 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Shelby GT 500 | 605 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2810 mm |
