1955 Ferrari 750 vs. 1981 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 1981 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ferrari 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ferrari 750 would be higher. At 4,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 720 kg more than 1955 Ferrari 750.
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. 1981 Ford Thunderbird has automatic transmission and 1955 Ferrari 750 has manual transmission. 1955 Ferrari 750 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Ford Thunderbird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Ferrari 750 | 1981 Ford Thunderbird | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 750 | Thunderbird |
Year Released | 1955 | 1981 |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 4186 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1480 kg |