2008 Ford GT vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 3 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 299 more horse power than 2011 BMW 325. (194 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 325 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2008 Ford GT.
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, 2008 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 325. (400 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford GT | 2011 BMW 325 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | GT | 325 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 305 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 7.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 61 L |