1969 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2012 BMW 120
To start off, 2012 BMW 120 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 7,029 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford Thunderbird (355 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2012 BMW 120. (170 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 120.
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, 1969 Ford Thunderbird (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 120. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Thunderbird | 2012 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Thunderbird | 120 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7029 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 29.4 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 51 L |
