1955 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1993 Porsche 911
To start off, 1993 Porsche 911 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 4,785 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 911 (272 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1955 Ford Thunderbird. (209 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 86 kg more than 1993 Porsche 911.
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:
| 1955 Ford Thunderbird | 1993 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Thunderbird | 911 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4785 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2280 mm |
