1972 BMW 3 vs. 2005 Ford GT
To start off, 2005 Ford GT is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW 3 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 296 more horse power than 1972 BMW 3. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford GT weights approximately 207 kg more than 1972 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, 2005 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW 3. (272 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW 3 | 2005 Ford GT | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 3 | GT |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3003 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.3 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 105.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 305 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 3.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1477 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
