1992 BMW 332 vs. 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept
To start off, 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 332. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 332 would be higher. At 6,392 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept (605 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1992 BMW 332. (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 332. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept weights approximately 369 kg more than 1992 BMW 332. 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 Shelby GR-1 Concept (679 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 332. (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 332.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 332 | 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 332 | Shelby GR-1 Concept |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3152 cc | 6392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 605 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 679 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1769 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2550 mm |
