1971 BMW 3 vs. 2007 Ford GT 500
To start off, 2007 Ford GT 500 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW 3 would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford GT 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford GT 500 (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 1971 BMW 3. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford GT 500 should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford GT 500 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1971 BMW 3. 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, 2007 Ford GT 500 (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW 3. (254 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Ford GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW 3.
Compare all specifications:
1971 BMW 3 | 2007 Ford GT 500 | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 3 | GT 500 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 5409 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 254 Nm | 678 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.4:1 |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 3.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2720 mm |