2001 BMW M vs. 2005 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 2005 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW M would be higher. At 3,932 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Ford Thunderbird. (280 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 337 kg more than 2001 BMW M.
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, 2005 Ford Thunderbird (388 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW M. (345 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW M.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW M | 2005 Ford Thunderbird | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | M | Thunderbird |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3169 cc | 3932 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 388 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1712 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 68 L |