1962 BMW 1800 vs. 2005 Ford GT
To start off, 2005 Ford GT is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 1800 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 403 more horse power than 1962 BMW 1800. (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford GT weights approximately 434 kg more than 1962 BMW 1800. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 534 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 1800. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 1800 | 2005 Ford GT | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 1800 | GT |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1771 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 105.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 305 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1043 kg | 1477 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 66 L |
