2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 vs. 1964 Triumph TR4
To start off, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Triumph TR4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Triumph TR4 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 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 400 more horse power than 1964 Triumph TR4. (100 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 1964 Triumph TR4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 weights approximately 1 kg more than 1964 Triumph TR4. 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 479 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Triumph TR4. (172 Nm @ 3350 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Triumph TR4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 | 1964 Triumph TR4 | |
Make | Ford | Triumph |
Model | Shelby GT 500 | TR4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2138 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 651 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3350 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 53 L |