2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1957 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 5,325 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1957 Ford Thunderbird. (223 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 955 kg more than 1957 Ford Thunderbird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
2005 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 1957 Ford Thunderbird has manual transmission. 1957 Ford Thunderbird will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1957 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Avalanche | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5325 cc | 5112 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2467 kg | 1512 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2600 mm |
