2004 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 8 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 3,932 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 335 (320 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2004 Ford Thunderbird. (280 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 335 weights approximately 63 kg more than 2004 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, 2012 BMW 335 (450 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Thunderbird. (369 Nm). This means 2012 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 | 2012 BMW 335 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Thunderbird | 335 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3932 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 369 Nm | 450 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 57 L |