1996 BMW 332 vs. 1986 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 1996 BMW 332 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 332 (323 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1986 Ford Thunderbird. (162 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 332 weights approximately 182 kg more than 1986 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, 1996 BMW 332 (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Thunderbird. (241 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 332 | 1986 Ford Thunderbird | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 332 | Thunderbird |
Year Released | 1996 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 323 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1378 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2650 mm |