2008 BMW 330 vs. 2005 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 3 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 20 more horse power than 2008 BMW 330. (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 227 kg more than 2008 BMW 330. 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 330. (300 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 2005 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 330 | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3933 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
