2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 vs. 1959 Mitsubishi A10
To start off, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mitsubishi A10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mitsubishi A10 would be higher. 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 473 more horse power than 1959 Mitsubishi A10. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 1959 Mitsubishi A10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 weights approximately 641 kg more than 1959 Mitsubishi A10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 446 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mitsubishi A10. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mitsubishi A10.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 | 1959 Mitsubishi A10 | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Shelby GT 500 | A10 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 34 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2070 mm |