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Price Range: $43,125 - $51,325
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Performance
In terms of horsepower, the Ford Shelby GT500 packs quite a punch and will knock the average convertible down a few rungs. On the flip side, keep in mind that high horsepower engines often command higher insurance premiums.
Handling
With their comparable turning radii, the average convertible and the Ford Shelby GT500 definitely handle about the same into and out of tight spots.
Drivetrain
The Ford Shelby GT500 has a more sizeable engine than the typical convertible. Bear in mind that smaller engines typically get better gas mileage, but smaller engines can be stressed more.
The Ford Shelby GT500 packs quite a punch compared to the typical convertible in terms of torque, which is the force that lets you accelerate quickly.
Utility
Drivers with frequent kid-duty might favor the Shelby GT500 over the average convertible.
Convenience
You'll quite certainly have to take the Ford Shelby GT500 for a fill-up more often than the average convertible because of its tank size and fuel economy.
Comfort
While the front cabin in the Shelby GT500 offers a bit more head room than the average convertible, there really isn't much of a difference.
The average convertible provides more head- and leg-room to your passengers than the Ford Shelby GT500 does.
Dimensions
The Ford Shelby GT500's tank is approximately the same size as the typical convertible's, though the average convertible's is somewhat bigger.
The typical convertible and the Ford Shelby GT500 compete for the same parking spaces.
Cost
The destination charge is a standard charge for transporting the vehicle from its point of origin to the dealer. It costs almost the same to get the typical convertible to the dealership as the Ford Shelby GT500.
The Ford Shelby GT500 will tax your gas budget substantially more than the average convertible will.
With respect to MSRP, the Ford Shelby GT500 doesn't cost much less than the average convertible.
Warranty
The basic warranty that comes with the Ford Shelby GT500 isn't quite as generous as the average convertible's.
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