1957 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2012 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2012 Ferrari 599 is newer by 55 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari 599 (652 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 429 more horse power than 1957 Ford Thunderbird. (223 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 93 kg more than 1957 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford Thunderbird | 2012 Ferrari 599 | |
| Make | Ford | Ferrari |
| Model | Thunderbird | 599 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5112 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 652 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1512 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4666 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1336 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2751 mm |
