2000 BMW 325 vs. 2006 Ford GT
To start off, 2006 Ford GT is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 325 would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 2000 BMW 325. (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 325 weights approximately 22 kg more than 2006 Ford GT.
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, 2006 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 325 | 2006 Ford GT | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 325 | GT |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 5409 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 678 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 66 L |