2002 Ferrari 360 vs. 1993 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 2002 Ferrari 360 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1993 Ford Thunderbird. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 160 kg more than 2002 Ferrari 360.
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, 2002 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Thunderbird. (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ferrari 360 | 1993 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 360 | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3586 cc | 3790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 96.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 45 L |
