1998 Ferrari 456M vs. 1994 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 1998 Ferrari 456M is newer by 4 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 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari 456M (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1994 Ford Thunderbird. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 70 kg more than 1994 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, 1998 Ferrari 456M (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Thunderbird. (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari 456M | 1994 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 456M | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 96.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 60 L |
