2005 BMW 330 vs. 2002 Ford GT 40
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2002 Ford GT 40.
Because 2005 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ford GT 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 BMW 330 (300 Nm) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 2002 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 330 | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 107 L |
