2004 Ford GT vs. 2012 BMW 550
To start off, 2012 BMW 550 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford GT would be higher. 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 94 more horse power than 2012 BMW 550. (400 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 550. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 550 weights approximately 460 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Ford GT (679 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 550. (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 550. 2012 BMW 550 has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford GT has manual transmission. 2004 Ford GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 550 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford GT | 2012 BMW 550 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | GT | 550 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 494 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 679 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |