BMW 325Ci vs Ford Thunderbird
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2005 Ford Thunderbird
Overview
| Spec | BMW 325Ci325Ci | Ford ThunderbirdDeluxe |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | 325Ci | Deluxe |
| Body style | Coupe | Convertible |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2006 | 2005 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | BMW 325Ci325Ci | Ford ThunderbirdDeluxe |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $32,300 (best) | $38,355 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | BMW 325Ci325Ci | Ford ThunderbirdDeluxe |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 21 MPG (best) | 18 MPG |
| City MPG | 18 MPG (best) | 16 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 27 MPG (best) | 22 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 16.6 gal | 18 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | BMW 325Ci325Ci | Ford ThunderbirdDeluxe |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 184 hp | 280 hp (best) |
| Torque | 175 lb-ft | 286 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 2.5 L | 3.9 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I6 | V8 |
Size & capability
| Spec | BMW 325Ci325Ci | Ford ThunderbirdDeluxe |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats (best) | 2 seats |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Cargo volume | 9.5 cu ft (best) | 8.5 cu ft |
| Curb weight | 3,197 lbs (best) | 3,780 lbs |
| Ground clearance | — | 8 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 107.3 in (best) | 107.2 in |
| Length | 176.7 in | 186.3 in (best) |
| Width | 69.2 in | 72 in (best) |
| Height | 53.9 in (best) | 52.1 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | BMW 325Ci325Ci | Ford ThunderbirdDeluxe |
|---|---|---|
| Frontal crash (driver) | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | BMW 325Ci | Ford Thunderbird |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 325Ci $32,300 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Deluxe $38,355 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | 325Ci $39,600 MSRP | Premium $39,415 MSRP |