2000 Ferrari 550 vs. 1954 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 550 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1954 Ford Thunderbird. (225 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 112 kg more than 1954 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:
| 2000 Ferrari 550 | 1954 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 550 | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 5114 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 478 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 299 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2600 mm |
