2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 vs. 1965 Morris Minor
To start off, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Morris Minor 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 446 more horse power than 1965 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 1965 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 weights approximately 316 kg more than 1965 Morris Minor. 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 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 | 1965 Morris Minor | |
Make | Ford | Morris |
Model | Shelby GT 500 | Minor |
Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 45 L |