1997 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2007 Maserati GT
To start off, 2007 Maserati GT is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Maserati GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maserati GT (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1997 Ford Thunderbird. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GT should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 50 kg more than 2007 Maserati GT.
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, 2007 Maserati GT (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Thunderbird. (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Thunderbird | 2007 Maserati GT | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Thunderbird | GT |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 88 L |
