1969 Ferrari 365 GTB vs. 1988 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 1988 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB (347 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1988 Ford Thunderbird. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 180 kg more than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB.
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, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB (431 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Thunderbird. (291 Nm). This means 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ferrari 365 GTB | 1988 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 365 GTB | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 347 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 96.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 86 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 | 1430 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 127 L | 45 L |
