2007 BMW Convertible vs. 2005 Ford GT
To start off, 2007 BMW Convertible 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford GT (551 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2007 BMW Convertible. (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Convertible weights approximately 266 kg more than 2005 Ford GT.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford GT (678 Nm) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW Convertible. (490 Nm). This means 2005 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Convertible | 2005 Ford GT | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | Convertible | GT |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 551 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
