2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 vs. 1975 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Subaru Leone 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 414 more horse power than 1975 Subaru Leone. (79 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 1975 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 weights approximately 176 kg more than 1975 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Subaru Leone will offer significantly more control. 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 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Subaru Leone. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 | 1975 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Shelby GT 500 | Leone |
Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2450 mm |