2007 BMW 550 vs. 2005 Ford FPV BF GT
To start off, 2007 BMW 550 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford FPV BF GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford FPV BF GT would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford FPV BF GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford FPV BF GT (389 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2007 BMW 550. (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford FPV BF GT should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 550. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford FPV BF GT weights approximately 195 kg more than 2007 BMW 550. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 FPV BF GT (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 550. (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Ford FPV BF GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 550.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 550 | 2005 Ford FPV BF GT | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 550 | FPV BF GT |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 389 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 491 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |