2008 BMW 325 vs. 1995 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 2008 BMW 325 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Thunderbird (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2008 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 119 kg more than 2008 BMW 325. 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, 1995 Ford Thunderbird (447 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 325 | 1995 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 325 | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3797 cc |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1604 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2950 mm |
