2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 vs. 2000 Tata E
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 Tata E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Tata E 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 (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 345 more horse power than 2000 Tata E. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 2000 Tata E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Tata E weights approximately 254 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 (480 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Tata E. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Tata E.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 | 2000 Tata E | |
Make | Ford | Tata |
Model | Shelby GT 500 | E |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2810 mm |