2006 BMW M3 vs. 1956 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 2006 BMW M3 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 5,112 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1956 Ford Thunderbird. (223 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW M3 weights approximately 39 kg more than 1956 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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2006 BMW M3 | 1956 Ford Thunderbird | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | M3 | Thunderbird |
Year Released | 2006 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 5112 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 223 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2600 mm |