2009 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500
To start off, both 2009 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 389 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo 147. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500.
Because 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo 147, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 (480 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo 147. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo 147.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
Model | 147 | Shelby GT 500 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1116 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |