1991 BMW 525 vs. 2002 Ford GT 40
To start off, 2002 Ford GT 40 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 BMW 525 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1991 BMW 525. (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1991 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 BMW 525 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2002 Ford GT 40.
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, 1991 BMW 525 (260 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1991 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW 525 | 2002 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 525 | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 107 L |
