1969 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2010 GMC Savana
To start off, 2010 GMC Savana is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 7,029 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford Thunderbird (355 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2010 GMC Savana. (250 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 2010 GMC Savana.
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, 2010 GMC Savana (623 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Thunderbird. (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Thunderbird | 2010 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Thunderbird | Savana |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7029 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 623 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 117 L |
