1956 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1971 Pontiac Ventura II
To start off, 1971 Pontiac Ventura II is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 5,112 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine.
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. 1971 Pontiac Ventura II has automatic transmission and 1956 Ford Thunderbird has manual transmission. 1956 Ford Thunderbird will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Pontiac Ventura II will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Thunderbird | 1971 Pontiac Ventura II | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Thunderbird | Ventura II |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5112 cc | 5031 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
