2007 BMW 325 vs. 2005 Ford GT
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 2 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 278 more horse power than 2007 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford GT weights approximately 57 kg more than 2007 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 325 | 2005 Ford GT | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 325 | GT |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 678 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 105.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 247 km/hour | 305 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 3.9 seconds |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1477 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 66 L |