2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 vs. 1975 Toyota Sprinter
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 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Sprinter 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 438 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 weights approximately 217 kg more than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. 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 555 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 | 1975 Toyota Sprinter | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Shelby GT 500 | Sprinter |
Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1166 cc |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 651 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2340 mm |