2003 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1955 Nissan Sports
To start off, 2003 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 48 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 3,934 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Thunderbird (249 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1955 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1955 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 995 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, 2003 Ford Thunderbird (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Thunderbird | 1955 Nissan Sports | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Thunderbird | Sports |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 3934 cc | 859 cc |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2160 mm |
