1957 BMW 600 vs. 1987 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 1987 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 BMW 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 BMW 600 would be higher. At 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Thunderbird (193 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1957 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 386 kg more than 1957 BMW 600. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1987 Ford Thunderbird (91 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 600. (38 Nm). This means 1987 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 BMW 600 | 1987 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 600 | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 2301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2650 mm |
