2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 vs. 2013 Audi A7
To start off, 2013 Audi A7 is newer by 5 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) has 86 more horse power than 2013 Audi A7. (414 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A7 weights approximately 829 kg more than 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500.
Because 2013 Audi A7 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, 2013 Audi A7 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 (651 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A7. (549 Nm). This means 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 | 2013 Audi A7 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Shelby GT 500 | A7 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 414 HP |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2139 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2914 mm |
