1968 Ferrari 330 vs. 1976 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 1976 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ferrari 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ferrari 330 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari 330 (296 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1976 Ford Thunderbird. (135 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari 330 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 187 kg more than 1968 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, 1968 Ferrari 330 (390 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Thunderbird. (317 Nm). This means 1968 Ferrari 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Thunderbird. 1976 Ford Thunderbird has automatic transmission and 1968 Ferrari 330 has manual transmission. 1968 Ferrari 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Ford Thunderbird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ferrari 330 | 1976 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 330 | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3966 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1433 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2760 mm |
