1991 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2013 BMW M6
To start off, 2013 BMW M6 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW M6 (552 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 414 more horse power than 1991 Ford Thunderbird. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW M6 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1991 Ford Thunderbird. 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, 2013 BMW M6 (678 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Thunderbird. (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ford Thunderbird | 2013 BMW M6 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Thunderbird | M6 |
Year Released | 1991 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 552 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 291 Nm | 678 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.9 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4903 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2106 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1374 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2851 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |