1988 BMW M3 vs. 2005 Ford FPV BF GT
To start off, 2005 Ford FPV BF GT is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW M3 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford FPV BF GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford FPV BF GT (389 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1988 BMW M3. (221 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford FPV BF GT should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford FPV BF GT weights approximately 655 kg more than 1988 BMW M3. 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 FPV BF GT (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW M3. (245 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2005 Ford FPV BF GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW M3 | 2005 Ford FPV BF GT | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | M3 | FPV BF GT |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2303 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 105.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
