2000 Ferrari F1 2000 vs. 1988 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 is newer by 12 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, 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 (771 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 633 more horse power than 1988 Ford Thunderbird. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1988 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, 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 (373 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Thunderbird. (291 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 | 1988 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | F1 2000 | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 771 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 970 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 45 L |
