2005 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire
To start off, 2005 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire 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 65 more horse power than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. (215 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 455 kg more than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. 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, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire (408 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Thunderbird. (388 Nm). This means 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Thunderbird | 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Thunderbird | Jetfire |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3933 cc | 3531 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1297 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
