1985 Ferrari 400 vs. 2005 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 2005 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,822 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Ford Thunderbird. (280 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 118 kg more than 2005 Ford Thunderbird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1985 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Thunderbird. (388 Nm). This means 1985 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ferrari 400 | 2005 Ford Thunderbird | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 400 | Thunderbird |
Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4822 cc | 3932 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 392 Nm | 388 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1712 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 68 L |