1971 BMW Touring vs. 1969 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 1971 BMW Touring is newer by 2 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 270 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Ford Thunderbird (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW Touring | 1969 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | Touring | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 7029 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2900 mm |
