1969 Fairthorpe TX-S vs. 1987 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 1987 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S would be higher. At 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Thunderbird (193 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 149 kg more than 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S. 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, 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S (160 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Thunderbird. (91 Nm). This means 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fairthorpe TX-S | 1987 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Ford |
| Model | TX-S | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.7 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 787 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 116 L |
