1990 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2011 BMW 535
To start off, 2011 BMW 535 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 535 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1990 Ford Thunderbird. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1990 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, 2011 BMW 535 (600 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Thunderbird. (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Thunderbird | 2011 BMW 535 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Thunderbird | 535 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 291 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |