1963 BMW 502 vs. 1996 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 1996 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 BMW 502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 BMW 502 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 BMW 502 (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1996 Ford Thunderbird. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 BMW 502 should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 130 kg more than 1963 BMW 502.
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, 1996 Ford Thunderbird (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 502. (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 502.
Compare all specifications:
1963 BMW 502 | 1996 Ford Thunderbird | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 502 | Thunderbird |
Year Released | 1963 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 291 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 96.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |