2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 vs. 1990 Toyota Camry
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 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Camry 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 382 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Camry. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Camry weights approximately 89 kg more than 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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 (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Camry. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Camry. 1990 Toyota Camry 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 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 | 1990 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Shelby GT 500 | Camry |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |
