1987 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2007 BMW Z4
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Thunderbird (193 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 BMW Z4. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Z4 weights approximately 399 kg more than 1987 Ford Thunderbird.
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, 2007 BMW Z4 (245 Nm) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Thunderbird. (91 Nm). This means 2007 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Thunderbird | 2007 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Thunderbird | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 55 L |
