2001 Caterham Beaulieu vs. 2005 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 2005 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Caterham Beaulieu would be higher. At 3,933 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Thunderbird (280 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 1227 kg more than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Ford Thunderbird (388 Nm) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. (136 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Caterham Beaulieu | 2005 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | Caterham | Ford |
| Model | Beaulieu | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3933 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 525 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 70 L |
