1995 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1955 Nissan Sports
To start off, 1995 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Thunderbird (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1955 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1955 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 854 kg more than 1955 Nissan Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Thunderbird (447 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Thunderbird | 1955 Nissan Sports | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Thunderbird | Sports |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 3797 cc | 859 cc |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1604 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2160 mm |
