2012 Ford Shelby GT500 vs. 2012 Opel Combo
To start off, both 2012 Ford Shelby GT500 and 2012 Opel Combo were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford Shelby GT500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Shelby GT500 (550 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 461 more horse power than 2012 Opel Combo. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Shelby GT500 should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Combo.
Because 2012 Ford Shelby GT500 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 2012 Ford Shelby GT500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Opel Combo, 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, 2012 Ford Shelby GT500 (691 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 565 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Combo. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Shelby GT500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Combo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Ford Shelby GT500 | 2012 Opel Combo | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Shelby GT500 | Combo |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 550 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 691 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 52 L |
