1994 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 1990 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR (423 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1990 Ford Thunderbird. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 40 kg more than 1994 Ferrari 512 TR.
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, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Thunderbird. (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ferrari 512 TR | 1990 Ford Thunderbird | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 512 TR | Thunderbird |
Year Released | 1994 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4943 cc | 3791 cc |
Horse Power | 423 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 501 Nm | 291 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 96.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 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 | 1570 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2880 mm |