1977 Alpine A 442 vs. 1976 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 1977 Alpine A 442 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 4,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 740 kg more than 1977 Alpine A 442.
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. 1976 Ford Thunderbird has automatic transmission and 1977 Alpine A 442 has manual transmission. 1977 Alpine A 442 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Ford Thunderbird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Alpine A 442 | 1976 Ford Thunderbird | |
Make | Alpine | Ford |
Model | A 442 | Thunderbird |
Year Released | 1977 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4186 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 484 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1480 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2760 mm |