1998 BMW 330 vs. 2002 Ford GT 40
To start off, 2002 Ford GT 40 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 330 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 160 more horse power than 1998 BMW 330. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford GT 40 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1998 BMW 330. 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, 1998 BMW 330 (281 Nm) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1998 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 330 | 2002 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 330 | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 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 | 1395 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 107 L |
