2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 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 Shelby GT 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 2011 BMW 325. (194 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 325.
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 Shelby GT 500 (652 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 325. (400 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Shelby GT 500 | 2011 BMW 325 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Shelby GT 500 | 325 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 652 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 61 L |