2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 vs. 2012 Audi S4
To start off, 2012 Audi S4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 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 167 more horse power than 2012 Audi S4. (333 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi S4.
Because 2012 Audi S4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi S4 will offer significantly more control. 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 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi S4. (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 | 2012 Audi S4 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Shelby GT 500 | S4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 333 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 652 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2809 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 64 L |