2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 vs. 1981 Lada 2105
To start off, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lada 2105. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lada 2105 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 441 more horse power than 1981 Lada 2105. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 1981 Lada 2105. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lada 2105 weights approximately 36 kg more than 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 | 1981 Lada 2105 | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Shelby GT 500 | 2105 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2430 mm |
