2009 BMW 650 vs. 1955 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 5,112 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (361 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1955 Ford Thunderbird. (223 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 650 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1955 Ford Thunderbird. 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.
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2009 BMW 650 | 1955 Ford Thunderbird | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 650 | Thunderbird |
Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 5112 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 361 HP | 223 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2600 mm |