1954 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2009 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2009 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 5,114 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lincoln Town Car (239 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1954 Ford Thunderbird. (225 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 294 kg more than 1954 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ford Thunderbird | 2009 Lincoln Town Car | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | Thunderbird | Town Car |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5114 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1872 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3000 mm |
