2008 BMW M5 vs. 2003 Ford 427
To start off, 2008 BMW M5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford 427. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford 427 would be higher. At 6,997 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Ford 427 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford 427 (582 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2008 BMW M5. (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford 427 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW M5.
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, 2003 Ford 427 (704 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW M5. (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2003 Ford 427 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW M5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW M5 | 2003 Ford 427 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | M5 | 427 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 6997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 582 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 704 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
