2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 vs. 1969 Ford GT 40
To start off, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford GT 40 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 150 more horse power than 1969 Ford GT 40. (350 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford GT 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 weights approximately 12 kg more than 1969 Ford GT 40. 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) has 566 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 | 1969 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Shelby GT 500 | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 125 L |
