1996 Ferrari 512 M vs. 1982 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 1996 Ferrari 512 M is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1996 Ferrari 512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 512 M (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 1982 Ford Thunderbird. (87 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari 512 M weights approximately 19 kg more than 1982 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, 1996 Ferrari 512 M (500 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Thunderbird. (209 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Thunderbird. 1982 Ford Thunderbird has automatic transmission and 1996 Ferrari 512 M has manual transmission. 1996 Ferrari 512 M will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Ford Thunderbird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari 512 M | 1982 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 512 M | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3275 cc |
| Horse Power | 422 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1436 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2760 mm |
