1998 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1988 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 1998 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 10 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1988 Ford Thunderbird. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 260 kg more than 1998 Ferrari Mondial.
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 Mondial (363 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Thunderbird. (291 Nm). This means 1998 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari Mondial | 1988 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | Mondial | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3184 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 96.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1610 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
