2008 BMW M5 vs. 2005 Ford GT
To start off, 2008 BMW M5 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Ford GT. (493 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M5 weights approximately 353 kg more than 2005 Ford GT. 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, 2005 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW M5. (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2005 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW M5. 2008 BMW M5 has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford GT has manual transmission. 2005 Ford GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW M5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW M5 | 2005 Ford GT | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | M5 | GT |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 105.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 305 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 3.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1477 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
