2001 BMW 530 vs. 2006 Ford GT
To start off, 2006 Ford GT is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 530 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 165 more horse power than 2001 BMW 530. (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 530 weights approximately 60 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) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 530. (411 Nm). This means 2006 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 530 | 2006 Ford GT | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 530 | GT |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 5409 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |
