1995 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2009 BMW 335
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1995 Ford Thunderbird. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 2 kg more than 2009 BMW 335.
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, 1995 Ford Thunderbird (447 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Thunderbird | 2009 BMW 335 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Thunderbird | 335 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3797 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 89.6 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1604 kg | 1602 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2770 mm |