1999 BMW 740 vs. 2012 Ford Shelby GT500
To start off, 2012 Ford Shelby GT500 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 740 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford Shelby GT500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Shelby GT500 (550 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1999 BMW 740. (283 HP @ 7750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Shelby GT500 should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 740 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2012 Ford Shelby GT500.
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, 2012 Ford Shelby GT500 (691 Nm) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 740. (419 Nm). This means 2012 Ford Shelby GT500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 740 | 2012 Ford Shelby GT500 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 740 | Shelby GT500 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 550 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 691 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1800 kg |
