2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 vs. 2010 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2010 Mini Cooper 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 382 more horse power than 2010 Mini Cooper. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mini Cooper weights approximately 273 kg more than 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500.
Because 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mini Cooper, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 497 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mini Cooper. (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Shelby GT 500 | 2010 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Ford | Mini |
Model | Shelby GT 500 | Cooper |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 651 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3698 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1407 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2466 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |