1982 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2005 Marcos TS
To start off, 2005 Marcos TS is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Marcos TS (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1982 Ford Thunderbird. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Marcos TS should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 373 kg more than 2005 Marcos TS.
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, 1982 Ford Thunderbird (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Marcos TS. (224 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Marcos TS.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ford Thunderbird | 2005 Marcos TS | |
Make | Ford | Marcos |
Model | Thunderbird | TS |
Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2544 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2230 mm |