1984 Ford GT vs. 2010 BMW 118
To start off, 2010 BMW 118 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford GT would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 118 (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1984 Ford GT. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 118 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1984 Ford GT. 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, 1984 Ford GT (203 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 118. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1984 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford GT | 2010 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | GT | 118 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2660 mm |
