2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 vs. 2003 MCC ForTwo
To start off, 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 MCC ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 MCC ForTwo 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 451 more horse power than 2003 MCC ForTwo. (49 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 2003 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 weights approximately 347 kg more than 2003 MCC ForTwo. 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 572 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MCC ForTwo. (80 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MCC ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 | 2003 MCC ForTwo | |
| Make | Ford | MCC |
| Model | Shelby GT 500 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 1810 mm |
