1990 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1967 MG MGC
To start off, 1990 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 MG MGC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 MG MGC would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 MG MGC (148 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1990 Ford Thunderbird. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 MG MGC should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Thunderbird.
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, 1990 Ford Thunderbird (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 MG MGC. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 MG MGC.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Thunderbird | 1967 MG MGC | |
Make | Ford | MG |
Model | Thunderbird | MGC |
Year Released | 1990 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2912 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 291 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2560 mm |