1994 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2005 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 2005 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Ford Thunderbird. (280 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 577 kg more than 1994 De Tomaso Guara.
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, 1994 De Tomaso Guara (403 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Thunderbird. (388 Nm). This means 1994 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
1994 De Tomaso Guara | 2005 Ford Thunderbird | |
Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
Model | Guara | Thunderbird |
Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 3933 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 388 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1752 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |