1991 Ferrari F40 vs. 2005 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 2005 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ferrari F40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ferrari F40 would be higher. At 3,932 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari F40 (472 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2005 Ford Thunderbird. (280 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 612 kg more than 1991 Ferrari F40.
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, 1991 Ferrari F40 (575 Nm) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Thunderbird. (388 Nm). This means 1991 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ferrari F40 | 2005 Ford Thunderbird | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | F40 | Thunderbird |
Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2936 cc | 3932 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 472 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 575 Nm | 388 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.7:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1712 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 68 L |