1959 BMW 502 vs. 2006 Ford GT
To start off, 2006 Ford GT is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 502 would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 393 more horse power than 1959 BMW 502. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford GT weights approximately 110 kg more than 1959 BMW 502. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 502 | 2006 Ford GT | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 502 | GT |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 5409 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
