1956 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 5,112 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 335 (320 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1956 Ford Thunderbird. (223 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 335 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1956 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.
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1956 Ford Thunderbird | 2012 BMW 335 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Thunderbird | 335 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
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 | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2810 mm |