1956 Bentley S1 vs. 1954 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 1956 Bentley S1 is newer by 2 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Bentley S1 weights approximately 147 kg more than 1954 Ford Thunderbird.
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:
1956 Bentley S1 | 1954 Ford Thunderbird | |
Make | Bentley | Ford |
Model | S1 | Thunderbird |
Year Released | 1956 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4887 cc | 5114 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 225 HP |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1578 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2600 mm |