2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 vs. 2010 Lexus GS
To start off, 2010 Lexus GS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 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 160 more horse power than 2010 Lexus GS. (340 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 2010 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus GS weights approximately 903 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 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lexus GS. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 | 2010 Lexus GS | |
Make | Ford | Lexus |
Model | Shelby GT 500 | GS |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 651 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4844 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 65 L |