2002 BMW 332 vs. 1991 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 2002 BMW 332 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 332 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1991 Ford Thunderbird. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 332 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1991 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, 2002 BMW 332 (330 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Thunderbird. (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 332 | 1991 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 332 | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
