2004 BMW 325 vs. 2012 Ford Shelby GT500
To start off, 2012 Ford Shelby GT500 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 325 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 366 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Shelby GT500 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Shelby GT500 weights approximately 138 kg more than 2004 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Ford Shelby GT500 (691 Nm) has 454 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2012 Ford Shelby GT500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 2012 Ford Shelby GT500 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 325 | Shelby GT500 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 550 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 691 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1733 kg |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |
