2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 vs. 1970 Mazda 110 S
To start off, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda 110 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda 110 S 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 392 more horse power than 1970 Mazda 110 S. (108 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda 110 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 weights approximately 12 kg more than 1970 Mazda 110 S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 509 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda 110 S. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda 110 S.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 | 1970 Mazda 110 S | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Shelby GT 500 | 110 S |
Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1962 cc |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 651 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2360 mm |