1979 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1963 Lotus 25

To start off, 1979 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lotus 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lotus 25 would be higher. At 4,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 1024 kg more than 1963 Lotus 25.

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. 1979 Ford Thunderbird has automatic transmission and 1963 Lotus 25 has manual transmission. 1963 Lotus 25 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Ford Thunderbird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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