1988 BMW 524 vs. 1994 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 1994 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW 524. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW 524 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Thunderbird (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1988 BMW 524. (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 524. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 265 kg more than 1988 BMW 524. 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, 1994 Ford Thunderbird (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 524. (210 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 524.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW 524 | 1994 Ford Thunderbird | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 524 | Thunderbird |
Year Released | 1988 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 291 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2880 mm |