1954 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2012 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 58 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, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (229 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1954 Ford Thunderbird. (225 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1054 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.
Because 2012 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Ford Thunderbird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Freelander will offer significantly more control. 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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1954 Ford Thunderbird | 2012 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Thunderbird | Freelander |
Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5114 cc | 3192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 2632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2670 mm |