1996 BMW 725 vs. 2002 Ford GT 40
To start off, 2002 Ford GT 40 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 725. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 725 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 209 more horse power than 1996 BMW 725. (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 725. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 725 weights approximately 265 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, 1996 BMW 725 (280 Nm) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1996 BMW 725 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 725 | 2002 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 725 | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 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 | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2620 mm |
