1992 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1959 Rover P5
To start off, 1992 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P5 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Thunderbird (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1959 Rover P5. (106 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 26 kg more than 1959 Rover P5. 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, 1992 Ford Thunderbird (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P5. (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Thunderbird | 1959 Rover P5 | |
Make | Ford | Rover |
Model | Thunderbird | P5 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 291 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1584 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 63 L |