1968 Ferrari 330 vs. 1993 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 1993 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 25 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 3,966 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Ferrari 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari 330 (296 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1993 Ford Thunderbird. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari 330 should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 177 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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Thunderbird. (291 Nm). This means 1968 Ferrari 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ferrari 330 | 1993 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 330 | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3966 cc | 3790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 96.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1433 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 45 L |
