2006 Ford GT vs. 2012 BMW 730
To start off, 2012 BMW 730 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford GT would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 2012 BMW 730. (244 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 730 weights approximately 455 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 730. (540 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 730. 2012 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford GT has manual transmission. 2006 Ford GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford GT | 2012 BMW 730 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | GT | 730 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5212 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1479 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 82 L |