2001 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2005 BMW 316
To start off, 2005 BMW 316 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 3,933 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Thunderbird (249 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2005 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 370 kg more than 2005 BMW 316. 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, 2001 Ford Thunderbird (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Thunderbird | 2005 BMW 316 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Thunderbird | 316 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3933 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 63 L |