2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 vs. 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190 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 412 more horse power than 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190. (88 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190 weights approximately 114 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. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 486 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 | 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Shelby GT 500 | 190 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 651 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1086 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |