1955 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7
To start off, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 5,112 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 (311 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1955 Ford Thunderbird. (223 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 weights approximately 613 kg more than 1955 Ford Thunderbird. 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. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 has automatic transmission and 1955 Ford Thunderbird has manual transmission. 1955 Ford Thunderbird will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1955 Ford Thunderbird | 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 7 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Thunderbird | ActiveHybrid 7 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5112 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 2123 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5214 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2134 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3210 mm |