1989 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1972 Morgan 4
To start off, 1989 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Thunderbird (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1972 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1972 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 954 kg more than 1972 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1989 Ford Thunderbird (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Thunderbird | 1972 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Ford | Morgan |
| Model | Thunderbird | 4 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2450 mm |
