2005 BMW M3 vs. 2004 Ford GT
To start off, 2005 BMW M3 is newer by 1 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 171 more horse power than 2005 BMW M3. (323 HP @ 7900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW M3 weights approximately 180 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 307 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW M3. (372 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2004 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW M3 | 2004 Ford GT | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | M3 | GT |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 5409 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 323 HP | 494 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 679 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 305 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 3.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 66 L |