1969 Bizzarrini GT vs. 1993 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 1993 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Bizzarrini GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Bizzarrini GT would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Thunderbird (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1969 Bizzarrini GT. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1969 Bizzarrini GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 930 kg more than 1969 Bizzarrini GT. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1993 Ford Thunderbird (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Bizzarrini GT. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Bizzarrini GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Bizzarrini GT | 1993 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Ford |
| Model | GT | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 3790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2880 mm |
