1955 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1979 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1979 Peugeot 505 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. 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 103 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 176 kg more than 1979 Peugeot 505. 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 | 1979 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Thunderbird | 505 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4785 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2910 mm |
