1998 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1989 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 1998 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari Maranello (479 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 1989 Ford Thunderbird. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 31 kg more than 1989 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 Maranello (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Thunderbird. (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari Maranello | 1989 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | Maranello | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 479 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 96.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1614 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 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 45 L |
