1986 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2011 Ford F-250
To start off, 2011 Ford F-250 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-250 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1986 Ford Thunderbird. (162 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1986 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. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Ford F-250 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Thunderbird. (241 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Thunderbird | 2011 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Thunderbird | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 548 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 6269 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1966 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3967 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 132 L |
