1995 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2005 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 2005 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Thunderbird (280 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1995 Buick Roadmaster. (257 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1995 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 318 kg more than 2005 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, 1995 Buick Roadmaster (447 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Thunderbird. (388 Nm). This means 1995 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Buick Roadmaster | 2005 Ford Thunderbird | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Roadmaster | Thunderbird |
Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3933 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 257 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 388 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1752 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2730 mm |