2006 Ferrari F430 vs. 2004 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 2006 Ferrari F430 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 2004 Ford Thunderbird. (249 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 295 kg more than 2006 Ferrari F430.
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, 2006 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Thunderbird. (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Thunderbird. 2004 Ford Thunderbird has automatic transmission and 2006 Ferrari F430 has manual transmission. 2006 Ferrari F430 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Thunderbird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ferrari F430 | 2004 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | F430 | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 3934 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 483 HP | 249 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 59 L |
