2005 BMW 525 vs. 1971 Ford GT 40
To start off, 2005 BMW 525 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2005 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 525 weights approximately 705 kg more than 1971 Ford GT 40.
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, 2005 BMW 525 (250 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford GT 40. 2005 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 1971 Ford GT 40 has manual transmission. 1971 Ford GT 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 525 | 1971 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 525 | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 125 L |
