2008 BMW 320 vs. 2009 Ford GT
To start off, 2009 Ford GT is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 320 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 325 more horse power than 2008 BMW 320. (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford GT weights approximately 50 kg more than 2008 BMW 320. 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, 2009 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 468 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 320 | 2009 Ford GT | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 320 | GT |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 5409 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 105.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 226 km/hour | 305 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 3.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 66 L |
