2005 BMW 325 vs. 1972 Ford GT 40
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 565 kg more than 1972 Ford GT 40.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 325 (238 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1972 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 325 | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 125 L |
