1986 BMW 325 vs. 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500
To start off, 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW 325 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 (550 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 379 more horse power than 1986 BMW 325. (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 weights approximately 545 kg more than 1986 BMW 325. 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, 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 (691 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 465 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW 325. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
1986 BMW 325 | 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 325 | Shelby GT 500 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 550 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 691 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 61 L |