1955 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1955 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, both 1955 Ford Thunderbird and 1955 Lancia Aurelia were released in the same year (1955). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,785 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Ford Thunderbird (209 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1955 Lancia Aurelia. (116 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1955 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 326 kg more than 1955 Lancia Aurelia. 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:
| 1955 Ford Thunderbird | 1955 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Thunderbird | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4785 cc | 2451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2670 mm |
