2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 vs. 1977 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Corolla 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 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 443 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Corolla. (57 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 weights approximately 96 kg more than 1977 Toyota Corolla. 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 @ 4500 RPM) has 556 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 | 1977 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Shelby GT 500 | Corolla |
Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 651 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2380 mm |