2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept vs. 2012 BMW 530
To start off, 2012 BMW 530 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept would be higher. At 6,392 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept (605 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 334 more horse power than 2012 BMW 530. (271 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 530.
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 Shelby GR-1 Concept (679 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 530. (310 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 530. 2012 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept | 2012 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Shelby GR-1 Concept | 530 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6392 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 605 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 679 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4907 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 70 L |
