2005 Ford GT vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford GT would be higher. 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 177 more horse power than 2013 BMW 3 Series. (316 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 3 Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 338 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 3 Series. (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 3 Series.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford GT | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | GT | 3 Series |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 105.8 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.2 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 305 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1477 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 61 L |