2004 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2011 BMW 335
To start off, 2011 BMW 335 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 3,934 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 335 (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2004 Ford Thunderbird. (249 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 10 kg more than 2011 BMW 335.
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, 2011 BMW 335 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Thunderbird. (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Thunderbird | 2011 BMW 335 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Thunderbird | 335 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3934 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 576 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4526 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1816 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2761 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 61 L |