1950 Ferrari 166 vs. 1997 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 1997 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Ferrari 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Ferrari 166 would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 920 kg more than 1950 Ferrari 166.
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.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Ferrari 166 | 1997 Ford Thunderbird | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 166 | Thunderbird |
Year Released | 1950 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1992 cc | 4599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1620 kg |