2005 BMW 330 vs. 2005 Ford GT

To start off, both 2005 BMW 330 and 2005 Ford GT were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 209 kg more than 2005 Ford GT.

Because 2005 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford GT. 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 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.

Compare all specifications:

2005 BMW 330 2005 Ford GT
Make BMW Ford
Model 330 GT
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Station Wagon Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2996 cc 5407 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 228 HP 493 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 678 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 90.2 mm
Engine Stroke Size 89.6 mm 105.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 8.4:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 243 km/hour 305 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.8 seconds 3.9 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1686 kg 1477 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 4650 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1960 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1130 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2650 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 66 L


 

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