1999 BMW 318 vs. 2002 Ford GT 40
To start off, 2002 Ford GT 40 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 318 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 236 more horse power than 1999 BMW 318. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford GT 40 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1999 BMW 318. 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, 1999 BMW 318 (168 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 318 | 2002 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 318 | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 107 L |
