2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 vs. 1963 Skoda 1202
To start off, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Skoda 1202 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 456 more horse power than 1963 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 1963 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Skoda 1202 weights approximately 133 kg more than 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500.
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 566 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Skoda 1202. (85 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 | 1963 Skoda 1202 | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | Shelby GT 500 | 1202 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 651 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 30 L |