2008 BMW 328 vs. 2005 Ford GT
To start off, 2008 BMW 328 is newer by 3 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 321 more horse power than 2008 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 328.
Because 2008 BMW 328 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 328 will offer significantly more control. 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 GT (678 Nm) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 328. (271 Nm). This means 2005 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 328 | 2005 Ford GT | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 328 | GT |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 551 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 66 L |
