2006 BMW M5 vs. 2008 Ford GT
To start off, 2008 Ford GT is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW M5 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Ford GT. (493 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW M5 weights approximately 235 kg more than 2008 Ford GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW M5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW M5 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, 2008 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW M5. (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2008 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW M5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW M5 | 2008 Ford GT | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | M5 | GT |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4998 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 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 | 4.7 seconds | 3.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
