1992 Ferrari F40 vs. 1993 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 1993 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ferrari F40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ferrari F40 would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari F40 (472 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 334 more horse power than 1993 Ford Thunderbird. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 510 kg more than 1992 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, 1992 Ferrari F40 (575 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Thunderbird. (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ferrari F40 | 1993 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | F40 | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2934 cc | 3790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 472 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 96.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 45 L |
