1998 Ferrari 456M vs. 1955 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 1998 Ferrari 456M is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari 456M (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1955 Ford Thunderbird. (209 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 219 kg more than 1955 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari 456M | 1955 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 456M | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5473 cc | 4785 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2600 mm |
