1997 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1958 Land Rover 109
To start off, 1997 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Land Rover 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Land Rover 109 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Thunderbird (138 HP) has 71 more horse power than 1958 Land Rover 109. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1958 Land Rover 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Land Rover 109 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1997 Ford Thunderbird.
Because 1958 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Ford Thunderbird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 Land Rover 109 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, 1997 Ford Thunderbird (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Land Rover 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Land Rover 109.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Thunderbird | 1958 Land Rover 109 | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Thunderbird | 109 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2780 mm |
