2009 BMW 335 vs. 1988 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 21 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, 2009 BMW 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1988 Ford Thunderbird. (210 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Thunderbird.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Ford Thunderbird (427 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1988 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 335 | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3797 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2880 mm |
