2007 BMW 525 vs. 1988 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Thunderbird (210 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 BMW 525. (190 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 135 kg more than 2007 BMW 525. 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, 1988 Ford Thunderbird (427 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 525. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 525 | 1988 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 525 | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3797 cc |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2880 mm |
