2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 vs. 1994 Saab 9000
To start off, 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Saab 9000 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 290 more horse power than 1994 Saab 9000. (210 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 1994 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Saab 9000 weights approximately 329 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 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Saab 9000. (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 | 1994 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Ford | Saab |
| Model | Shelby GT 500 | 9000 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
