1956 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2012 Ferrari California
To start off, 2012 Ferrari California is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 5,112 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari California (460 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1956 Ford Thunderbird. (223 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari California should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ferrari California weights approximately 225 kg more than 1956 Ford Thunderbird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
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1956 Ford Thunderbird | 2012 Ferrari California | |
Make | Ford | Ferrari |
Model | Thunderbird | California |
Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5112 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 460 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4562 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1308 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2670 mm |