2009 Ford F-350 vs. 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500
To start off, 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford F-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford F-350 would be higher. Both 2009 Ford F-350 and 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500 are equipped with a 5,400 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500 (541 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 2009 Ford F-350. (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford F-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500 weights approximately 855 kg more than 2009 Ford F-350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford F-350 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 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, 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500 (691 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford F-350. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford F-350.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-350 | 2010 Ford Shelby GT 500 | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | F-350 | Shelby GT 500 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5400 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 541 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 691 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1821 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 61 L |