1986 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2005 Marcos TSO
To start off, 2005 Marcos TSO is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Marcos TSO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Marcos TSO (400 HP) has 238 more horse power than 1986 Ford Thunderbird. (162 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Marcos TSO should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 208 kg more than 2005 Marcos TSO.
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, 2005 Marcos TSO (534 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Thunderbird. (241 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Marcos TSO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Thunderbird | 2005 Marcos TSO | |
| Make | Ford | Marcos |
| Model | Thunderbird | TSO |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 5666 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 400 HP |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 534 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1378 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2290 mm |
