1992 Ferrari 348 vs. 1987 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 1992 Ferrari 348 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Ferrari 348 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1987 Ford Thunderbird. (193 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 529 kg more than 1987 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, 1992 Ferrari 348 (323 Nm) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Thunderbird. (91 Nm). This means 1992 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ferrari 348 | 1987 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 348 | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3405 cc | 2301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 116 L |
