2005 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2009 BMW 125
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 3,933 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Thunderbird (280 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2009 BMW 125. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 167 kg more than 2009 BMW 125. 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, 2005 Ford Thunderbird (388 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 125. (271 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Thunderbird | 2009 BMW 125 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Thunderbird | 125 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3933 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |
