2001 BMW 745 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 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 745 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford GT (550 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 2001 BMW 745. (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 745. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 745 weights approximately 361 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 @ 3750 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 745. (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 745.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 745 | 2006 Ford GT | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 745 | GT |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 550 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 66 L |
