1979 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2013 Ferrari 458
To start off, 2013 Ferrari 458 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ferrari 458 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1979 Ford Thunderbird.
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:
1979 Ford Thunderbird | 2013 Ferrari 458 | |
Make | Ford | Ferrari |
Model | Thunderbird | 458 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4527 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1937 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1211 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2650 mm |