1982 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2005 Morgan 44
To start off, 2005 Morgan 44 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 3,275 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Morgan 44 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1982 Ford Thunderbird. (87 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Morgan 44 should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 456 kg more than 2005 Morgan 44.
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 (209 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Morgan 44. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Morgan 44. 1982 Ford Thunderbird has automatic transmission and 2005 Morgan 44 has manual transmission. 2005 Morgan 44 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Ford Thunderbird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Thunderbird | 2005 Morgan 44 | |
| Make | Ford | Morgan |
| Model | Thunderbird | 44 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3275 cc | 1790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1436 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
