2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 vs. 2000 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lotus GT 1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lotus GT 1 would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus GT 1 (573 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500. (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lotus GT 1 weights approximately 78 kg more than 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500. 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 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lotus GT 1. (391 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lotus GT 1.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 | 2000 Lotus GT 1 | |
Make | Ford | Lotus |
Model | Shelby GT 500 | GT 1 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 3506 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 573 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 651 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2690 mm |