1995 BMW Dinan vs. 2005 Ford FPV BF GT
To start off, 2005 Ford FPV BF GT is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW Dinan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW Dinan 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 63 more horse power than 1995 BMW Dinan. (326 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford FPV BF GT should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW Dinan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford FPV BF GT weights approximately 130 kg more than 1995 BMW Dinan. 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) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW Dinan. (403 Nm). This means 2005 Ford FPV BF GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW Dinan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW Dinan | 2005 Ford FPV BF GT | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | Dinan | FPV BF GT |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2840 mm |
