1963 Ferrari 330 vs. 1991 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 1991 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ferrari 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ferrari 330 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 330 (296 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1991 Ford Thunderbird. (197 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 330 should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 257 kg more than 1963 Ferrari 330.
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, 1963 Ferrari 330 (391 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Thunderbird. (373 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Ferrari 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ferrari 330 | 1991 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 330 | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 65 L |
