1999 BMW 845 vs. 2005 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 2005 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 845. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 845 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW 845 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 845 (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Ford Thunderbird. (280 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 845 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 2 kg more than 1999 BMW 845.
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, 1999 BMW 845 (420 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Thunderbird. (388 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 845 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 845 | 2005 Ford Thunderbird | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 845 | Thunderbird |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3933 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 388 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 85 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1752 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2730 mm |