2004 BMW 320 vs. 2004 Ford GT
To start off, both 2004 BMW 320 and 2004 Ford GT were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford GT (494 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 346 more horse power than 2004 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford GT weights approximately 30 kg more than 2004 BMW 320. 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, 2004 Ford GT (679 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 320. (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 320 | 2004 Ford GT | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 320 | GT |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 5409 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 494 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 679 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 105.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 221 km/hour | 305 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 3.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 66 L |