1955 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1955 MG MGA
To start off, both 1955 Ford Thunderbird and 1955 MG MGA 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 120 more horse power than 1955 MG MGA. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1955 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 576 kg more than 1955 MG MGA. 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 MG MGA | |
| Make | Ford | MG |
| Model | Thunderbird | MGA |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4785 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2390 mm |
