1991 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT
To start off, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT (365 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1991 Ford Thunderbird. (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 212 kg more than 2001 Maserati 3200 GT.
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, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT (491 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Thunderbird. (373 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Maserati 3200 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Thunderbird | 2001 Maserati 3200 GT | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Thunderbird | 3200 GT |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3217 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 491 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2670 mm |
