2009 Audi RS6 vs. 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500
To start off, both 2009 Audi RS6 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 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi RS6 (572 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500. (500 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi RS6 weights approximately 1056 kg more than 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi RS6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi RS6 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, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi RS6. (650 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi RS6. 2009 Audi RS6 has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi RS6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi RS6 | 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | RS6 | Shelby GT 500 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4991 cc | 5409 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 572 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2028 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 61 L |
