2009 BMW 118 vs. 1995 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 2009 BMW 118 is newer by 14 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 96 more horse power than 2009 BMW 118. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 219 kg more than 2009 BMW 118. 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 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 118 | 1995 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 118 | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1604 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2950 mm |
