2005 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2011 SSC Aero
To start off, 2011 SSC Aero 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 SSC Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SSC Aero (1,062 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 782 more horse power than 2005 Ford Thunderbird. (280 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SSC Aero should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 459 kg more than 2011 SSC Aero.
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 SSC Aero (1,357 Nm) has 969 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Thunderbird. (388 Nm). This means 2011 SSC Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Thunderbird | 2011 SSC Aero | |
Make | Ford | SSC |
Model | Thunderbird | Aero |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3933 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 1062 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 1357 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1293 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1090 mm |