2005 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2011 Koenigsegg Agera
To start off, 2011 Koenigsegg Agera is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Koenigsegg Agera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Koenigsegg Agera (927 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 647 more horse power than 2005 Ford Thunderbird. (280 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Koenigsegg Agera should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 422 kg more than 2011 Koenigsegg Agera.
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, 2011 Koenigsegg Agera (1,100 Nm) has 712 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Thunderbird. (388 Nm). This means 2011 Koenigsegg Agera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Thunderbird | 2011 Koenigsegg Agera | |
Make | Ford | Koenigsegg |
Model | Thunderbird | Agera |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3932 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 927 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 1100 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1712 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4293 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1996 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |