2006 BMW 116 vs. 1989 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 2006 BMW 116 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Thunderbird (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2006 BMW 116. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 116.
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, 1989 Ford Thunderbird (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 116. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 116 | 1989 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 116 | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
