1992 BMW 540 vs. 1981 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 1992 BMW 540 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 4,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 540 weights approximately 241 kg more than 1981 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.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 540 | 1981 Ford Thunderbird | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 540 | Thunderbird |
Year Released | 1992 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 4186 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 0 HP |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1721 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |