1995 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2013 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2013 Nissan GT-R is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan GT-R (538 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 1995 Ford Thunderbird. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 128 kg more than 1995 Ford Thunderbird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ford Thunderbird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan GT-R will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Nissan GT-R (628 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Thunderbird. (447 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Thunderbird | 2013 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Thunderbird | GT-R |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3797 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 538 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 628 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1604 kg | 1732 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2780 mm |
