2007 BMW Convertible vs. 2009 Ford GT
To start off, 2009 Ford GT is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW Convertible would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2007 BMW Convertible. (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 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 330 kg more than 2009 Ford GT.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW Convertible. (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Ford GT | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | Convertible | GT |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 5409 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 363 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 305 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 3.9 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
