2009 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1957 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 52 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1957 Ford Thunderbird. (223 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Thunderbird.
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. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban 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. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Suburban | 1957 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Suburban | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 5112 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2600 mm |
