2008 Ford GT vs. 2010 BMW 535
To start off, 2010 BMW 535 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford GT would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2010 BMW 535. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 535 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2008 Ford GT.
Because 2010 BMW 535 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 535 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, 2008 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 535. (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2008 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford GT | 2010 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | GT | 535 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4856 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2885 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
