2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 vs. 2001 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche Boxster 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 246 more horse power than 2001 Porsche Boxster. (254 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 2001 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 348 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 341 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Porsche Boxster. (310 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 | 2001 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Shelby GT 500 | Boxster |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 651 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 64 L |