1986 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2004 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 2004 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ferrari Testarossa would be higher. At 4,941 cc (12 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2004 Ford Thunderbird. (280 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 212 kg more than 1986 Ferrari Testarossa.
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, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa (475 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Thunderbird. (388 Nm). This means 1986 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ferrari Testarossa | 2004 Ford Thunderbird | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | Testarossa | Thunderbird |
Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 3933 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 388 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1712 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2490 mm |