1993 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1962 Triumph TR4
To start off, 1993 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Triumph TR4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Triumph TR4 would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Thunderbird (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1962 Triumph TR4. (100 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1962 Triumph TR4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 690 kg more than 1962 Triumph TR4. 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, 1993 Ford Thunderbird (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Triumph TR4. (173 Nm @ 3350 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Triumph TR4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Thunderbird | 1962 Triumph TR4 | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Thunderbird | TR4 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 53 L |
