1994 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1992 Ferrari 456
To start off, 1994 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ferrari 456. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ferrari 456 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Ferrari 456 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 456 (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1994 Ford Thunderbird. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 456 should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari 456 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1994 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 456 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Thunderbird. (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari 456 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Thunderbird | 1992 Ferrari 456 | |
| Make | Ford | Ferrari |
| Model | Thunderbird | 456 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 435 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 110 L |
