2008 BMW M6 vs. 2005 Ford FPV BF GT
To start off, 2008 BMW M6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford FPV BF GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford FPV BF GT would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford FPV BF GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2005 Ford FPV BF GT. (389 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford FPV BF GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford FPV BF GT weights approximately 575 kg more than 2008 BMW M6.
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, both vehicles can yield 520 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW M6 | 2005 Ford FPV BF GT | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | M6 | FPV BF GT |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| 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 | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
