2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 vs. 1962 Innocenti 950
To start off, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Innocenti 950. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Innocenti 950 would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 460 more horse power than 1962 Innocenti 950. (40 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 1962 Innocenti 950. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 weights approximately 277 kg more than 1962 Innocenti 950. 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 (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 580 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Innocenti 950. (71 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Innocenti 950.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 | 1962 Innocenti 950 | |
Make | Ford | Innocenti |
Model | Shelby GT 500 | 950 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 651 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2040 mm |