2008 BMW 318 vs. 1993 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 2008 BMW 318 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Thunderbird (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2008 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 140 kg more than 2008 BMW 318. 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, 1993 Ford Thunderbird (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 318. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 318 | 1993 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 318 | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
