1994 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2010 Ford F-450
To start off, 2010 Ford F-450 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-450 (326 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1994 Ford Thunderbird. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Thunderbird.
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, 2010 Ford F-450 (814 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 523 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Thunderbird. (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Thunderbird | 2010 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Thunderbird | F-450 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 6400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 814 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 6670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 4390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 144 L |
