1955 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2000 Honda S2000
To start off, 2000 Honda S2000 is newer by 45 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, 2000 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1955 Ford Thunderbird. (209 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 211 kg more than 2000 Honda S2000.
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 | 2000 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Thunderbird | S2000 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4785 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 8600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2370 mm |
