1996 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1988 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 1996 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari Maranello (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1988 Ford Thunderbird. (210 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 65 kg more than 1996 Ferrari Maranello.
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 Maranello (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Thunderbird. (427 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari Maranello | 1988 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | Maranello | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 3797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 478 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 96.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2880 mm |
