1995 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 15 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, 1995 Ford Thunderbird (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2010 BMW 120. (154 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 284 kg more than 2010 BMW 120. 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, 1995 Ford Thunderbird (447 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Thunderbird | 2010 BMW 120 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Thunderbird | 120 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3797 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1604 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2670 mm |