2009 BMW 650 vs. 1988 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 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 4,797 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1988 Ford Thunderbird. (210 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 370 kg more than 2009 BMW 650.
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, 2009 BMW 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Thunderbird. (427 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 650 | 1988 Ford Thunderbird | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 650 | Thunderbird |
Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4797 cc | 3797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2880 mm |