2008 BMW 325 vs. 1995 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 2008 BMW 325 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Thunderbird (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 114 kg more than 2008 BMW 325. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Thunderbird (447 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 325. 1995 Ford Thunderbird has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Ford Thunderbird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 325 | 1995 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 325 | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 3797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 96.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1604 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2950 mm |
