1993 BMW 856 vs. 2009 Ford GT
To start off, 2009 Ford GT is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 BMW 856. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 BMW 856 would be higher. At 5,576 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 BMW 856 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1993 BMW 856. (376 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1993 BMW 856. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 856 weights approximately 345 kg more than 2009 Ford GT.
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, 2009 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 BMW 856. (550 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 BMW 856.
Compare all specifications:
1993 BMW 856 | 2009 Ford GT | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 856 | GT |
Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5576 cc | 5409 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 678 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 105.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2720 mm |