2004 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1974 Lamborghini Bravo
To start off, 2004 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lamborghini Bravo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lamborghini Bravo would be higher. At 3,933 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lamborghini Bravo (297 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 Ford Thunderbird. (280 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Bravo should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 627 kg more than 1974 Lamborghini Bravo.
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, 2004 Ford Thunderbird (388 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lamborghini Bravo. (327 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lamborghini Bravo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Thunderbird | 1974 Lamborghini Bravo | |
| Make | Ford | Lamborghini |
| Model | Thunderbird | Bravo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3933 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 64.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1712 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 120 L |
