1988 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2011 BMW 118
To start off, 2011 BMW 118 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 118 (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1988 Ford Thunderbird. (140 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 111 kg more than 2011 BMW 118.
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, 1988 Ford Thunderbird (292 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 118. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Thunderbird | 2011 BMW 118 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Thunderbird | 118 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3797 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1606 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2660 mm |